Gwadar: [ReNews Pakistan]
The district administration of Gwadar has launched a renewed drive to attract both domestic and international investment by deepening collaboration with the private sector and introducing reforms aimed at creating a more transparent, efficient and investor-friendly business environment.
The initiative was reviewed during a high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Naqeebullah Kakar, which brought together Member of the Provincial Assembly Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman Baloch, senior government officials, representatives of the construction industry, developers and private investors. The participants discussed strategies to unlock Gwadar’s investment potential and accelerate economic development through coordinated public-private partnerships.
The meeting focused on a wide range of issues critical to sustainable growth, including investment opportunities, urban planning, land management, construction activity and measures designed to improve the ease of doing business. Officials emphasised that creating a transparent regulatory framework and strengthening institutional support remain central to attracting long-term investment.
Authorities informed participants that significant progress has been made in resolving longstanding land record issues, enhancing municipal services and advancing key development projects across the city. Particular attention was given to New Town, where ongoing infrastructure improvements and urban development initiatives are contributing to increased investor confidence and positioning the area as one of Gwadar’s most promising investment destinations.
Addressing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Naqeebullah Kakar reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to ensuring transparency, efficient facilitation and strong institutional backing for investors. He said that encouraging greater private investment would not only stimulate economic activity but also create employment opportunities, strengthen local businesses and improve the overall standard of living for residents.
Member of the Provincial Assembly Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman Baloch expressed full support for the administration’s reform agenda and assured investors that their concerns would continue to be addressed through close coordination between government institutions and the private sector.
Representatives of the construction industry welcomed the government’s initiatives, describing the ongoing reforms as a positive step towards unlocking Gwadar’s economic potential. They pledged to expand investment and development activities in the region, expressing confidence that Gwadar is steadily emerging as one of Pakistan’s most important future commercial, industrial and investment hubs, supported by improved governance, strategic infrastructure development and a growing focus on sustainable urban growth.

Gwadar | ReNews Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to ensure the swift completion of major development projects in Gwadar, including the Gwadar University, New Gwadar International Airport and a seawater desalination plant, as the federal government moves to accelerate socio economic development in the coastal city.
In a statement shared on social media, the prime minister said he had ordered expedited progress on key public welfare and infrastructure schemes in Gwadar. He said the completion of the university and airport, along with the installation of a seawater desalination plant, would play an important role in improving access to education, connectivity and clean drinking water for local residents.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Gwadar remains central to Pakistan’s long-term development vision, adding that the city’s progress is directly linked to economic growth, regional connectivity and improved living standards in Balochistan. He stressed that peace, stability and prosperity in the province are essential for the overall development of the country.
During his recent visit to Gwadar, the prime minister reviewed progress on several ongoing and proposed development initiatives. These included the under-construction Gwadar Airport, which is being developed with international assistance, as well as projects aimed at strengthening local industry, agriculture and trade.
The prime minister also announced progress on a number of new initiatives, including the groundbreaking of a seawater desalination plant being developed with China’s assistance. The project is expected to help address the longstanding issue of clean drinking water shortage in Gwadar and provide relief to the local population.
In addition, industrial and agricultural projects such as a fertilizer plant, an expo center, an agricultural industrial park and a lubricant plant are also being planned as part of broader efforts to create employment opportunities and support economic activity in the region.
Shehbaz Sharif said the federal government is working in close coordination with the Balochistan government, local stakeholders and relevant institutions to move Gwadar’s development agenda forward. He said continued investment in infrastructure, basic facilities and industrial growth is necessary to unlock the city’s full potential.
Officials believe that the completion of major projects in Gwadar will not only improve connectivity and access to services for local communities but also strengthen the city’s role as an emerging economic and trade hub.
The prime minister reaffirmed that the government would continue to prioritize development schemes that directly benefit the people of Gwadar and contribute to the wider progress of Balochistan.

Gwadar | ReNews Pakistan
The New Gwadar International Airport received its first trial flight from Karachi as private airline South Air launched an initial service between the two cities, marking an important development in efforts to improve air connectivity in Balochistan’s coastal region. The successful landing is being viewed as a significant milestone for the airport’s operational readiness and future commercial activity.
The New Gwadar International Airport has been developed under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor framework and is expected to play a major role in connecting Gwadar with major cities across Pakistan. The airport is designed to facilitate passenger movement, cargo handling and regional transport services, particularly in the Makran division and the wider coastal belt.
Officials and aviation stakeholders said the launch of trial flight operations would help assess route viability, airport systems and service arrangements before regular flight operations are expanded. They added that improved air links would reduce travel time between Gwadar, Karachi, Quetta and other cities, making movement easier for residents, business communities, investors and visitors.
The development is also expected to support trade, tourism and port related activity in Gwadar, which is being positioned as a major commercial and logistics hub. With Gwadar Port already serving as a key maritime facility, better coordination between sea and air transport could strengthen the city’s importance in regional connectivity.
A spokesperson for the private airline said improved connectivity between Gwadar’s seaport and international airport could help transform the city into a modern commercial and transit centre. The spokesperson said integrated maritime and air transport systems would create new opportunities for business, travel and logistics services.
Local stakeholders believe the new air route could also contribute to employment generation and economic growth in the region. They said regular flight operations would encourage investment, improve access to services and help connect Gwadar more effectively with national and international markets.
The first trial flight is being seen as a positive step for Gwadar’s long term development, as authorities continue work to make the airport fully operational and capable of supporting the city’s growing transport, trade and tourism requirements.