Regional peace needed to allow the blue economy to prosper: President

Regional peace needed to allow the blue economy to prosper, said President Dr. Arif Alvi.

He laid emphasis on regional peace, while addressing the inaugural session of International Maritime Conference in Karachi on Saturday.

Regional peace needed to allow the blue economy to prosper

President Alvi further said global peace rather than confrontation should be our future.

He said Pakistan is ensuring its defense desires and also attract the world towards morality based international cooperation.

He said Pakistan is becoming a geo economic hub with the Belt and Road Initiative and China Pakistan Economic Corridor project.

Furthermore, he noted Pakistan as the shortest route for the Central Asian States and China to import and export their goods through Gwadar.

The President underlined security of Indian Ocean essential for mankind in general and especially for the countries of this region.

He further said hegemonic designs in any way will deter international cooperation.

Moreover, he called for the solution of conflicts especially Jammu and Kashmir for peace and stability in the region.

The President also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the development of maritime sector.

He expressed satisfaction that Pakistan Navy is spearheading the development of blue economy and that two joint surveys have also been done in this regard.

GTV