Pakistan’s Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced the establishment of the Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) to promote the Blue Economy and enhance environmental sustainability across the country’s maritime sector.
The Minister said Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry will provide a specialized institutional framework to unify voices across the maritime spectrum, encompassing sectors such as ports, shipping, logistics, fisheries, and marine services, according to reports.
The Minister, speaking at the Pakistan Business Council Forum, said it is urgent to align maritime development with sustainability goals, especially with growing growing climate-related challenges in the Global South. Pakistan’s coastal regions are vulnerable to rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and environmental degradation, which calls for a dedicated platform to drive eco-conscious policy-making.
“This chamber will not only support investment and innovation in the maritime sector but also prioritize sustainability at ports, promote green technologies, and foster carbon reduction strategies,” said Junaid Chaudhry.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to public-private partnerships and welcomed collaboration with environmental experts, industry leaders, and civil society to ensure that maritime growth contributes positively to national and global climate objectives.
The Minister also outlined the ministry’s roadmap for modernizing Pakistan’s port infrastructure, with a focus on digitalization, efficient cargo handling, and environmental sustainability.
