ISLAMABAD
Federal Minister Maritime Affairs Syed Ali Haider Zaidi has desired a Green Shipping Corridor between Pakistan and the United States in the spirit of the recently signed Clydebank Declaration adopted in the COP26 conference last month.
The minister shared his idea of starting a discussion to set up the Green Shipping Corridor during a meeting with US Chargé d’affaires a.i. Angela Aggeler who called on him on Wednesday.
The minister also discussed the possibilities of facilitating US companies willing to invest in Pakistan.
Matters of mutual interest were discussed at length. There was a detailed exchange of ideas and opportunities where both the nations could enhance the working relationship in the maritime sector. Gwadar Port also came under discussion.
The both dignitaries hoped for a stable situation in Afghanistan to realise the massive potential of Afghan transit and trade for Central Asian republics through Gwadar port.
Angela thanked Zaidi for welcoming her and it was decided to keep a close contact in future too to strengthen the working ties between both the nations.
