Federal Minister of Investment Board, Communications and Privatization Abdul Aleem Khan said that both countries China and Pakistan will benefit from the CPEC and Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
He said Pakistan has been facing the challenge of increasing its urban population. The minister was addressing at Global Transport Forum 2024 held in China.
“CPEC trade corridors are based on green energy and clean technology,” he added.
Abdul Aleem Khan also emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships and green technology in communication.
He said to improve the means of transportation, the safety of the citizens has to be taken into consideration.
Addressing the Global Transport Forum 2024 in China, the federal minister said Pakistan's priority was to connect highways and ports according to future needs leading towards economic improvement and creating employment opportunities.
The minister said that improvement in communication system not only promotes economy but also culture and society.
He said that he is a supporter of public-private partnership and green technology in the field of communication.
President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari also gave a virtual address at the Global Transport Forum.
