Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar inaugurated the Pakistan-China Friendship Hospital and a seawater desalination plant in Gwadar, emphasizing the developmental opportunities emerging from the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for the people of Balochistan.
During the ceremony, Federal ministers Sami Saeed and Shahid Ashraf Tarar, along with Caretaker Chief Minister of Balochistan Mir Mardan Domki and Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, attended the event.
Kakar underscored the positive impact of CPEC, highlighting reduced travel durations across the province, and urged the youth to develop skills for participation in the anticipated $36 trillion trade around China. Recognizing China’s transformative journey in poverty alleviation, he acknowledged its positive influence on Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan.
The newly inaugurated desalination plant and a 150-bed hospital in Gwadar aim to address water scarcity and enhance healthcare facilities. Kakar expressed gratitude to the Chinese ambassador for additional projects and assured security for Chinese workers, reaffirming the commitment of Pakistan’s security forces. He directed efforts to connect the Northern Zone to the main grid, addressing electricity challenges and expressing optimism about Gwadar’s swift development as a prominent trade hub.
