ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said ports must contribute to the development of port cities through jobs, tax revenues, logistics, industrial activity and waterfront regeneration. “Ports and cities have historically been closely linked, and there is a need to strengthen this relationship,” he said, adding that while economic benefits often extend beyond port regions, the environmental and social impacts are frequently concentrated in port cities. Commenting on ports’ role in urban development, he stressed the need to restore their role as drivers of urban economic growth and providers of healthcare to surrounding communities. Following the vision of the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) held its 35th free medical camp at Bhit Island, providing healthcare services to 513 residents as part of its initiative to improve access to medical care in coastal communities. The camp was organised on the directives of Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry under the theme “Healthcare Beyond Boundaries.” Junaid Chaudhry said the medical camp reflected the government’s broader vision of ensuring that communities living around port and coastal areas benefit from development activities. APP
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