Pakistan proposes Formal Maritime Cooperation with Bangladesh
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Published November 25, 2025
Islamabad has formally proposed a strengthened partnership between the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) and the Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC), aiming to significantly deepen maritime collaboration between the two nations.
The proposal was presented by Pakistan’s Maritime Affairs Minister,Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry,during a recent meeting in London with retired Brigadier General Dr. M. Sakhawat Hussain, an advisor on shipping for Bangladesh.
A Extensive Partnership
The envisioned cooperation is broad in scope,encompassing several key areas:
- Joint container and bulk shipping services
- Technical training programs for maritime professionals
- Enhanced cooperation on maritime safety and seafarer development
- Reciprocal facilitation of port calls
- Strengthened diplomatic and technical engagement at senior levels
Regional Integration and Trade
Minister Chaudhry underscored Pakistan’s commitment to fostering cooperative frameworks with bangladesh,leveraging platforms like the International Maritime Institution (IMO) and the International Labor organization (ILO) to address seafarer-related issues and engage with regional maritime groups.
He highlighted the expanding capacity of Karachi Port Trust (KPT), alongside ongoing modernization efforts and improved turnaround times, as indicators of Pakistan’s readiness to facilitate increased regional trade. Closer port-to-port collaboration,he stated,has the potential to alleviate logistical hurdles,reduce bottlenecks,and unlock new opportunities for commercial integration throughout South Asia.
Looking Ahead: A Dedicated Dialog
Both sides agreed on the value of establishing a dedicated Pakistan-Bangladesh Maritime Dialogue. This structured forum would provide a consistent platform for discussing critical issues including port development, shipping sector collaboration, the blue economy, fisheries, and other emerging maritime concerns.
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