Islamabad, October 24, 2025 — The Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference (RTMC-2025) commenced on
October 23, 2025, at the Jinnah Convention Center in Islamabad, bringing together transport ministers from
various countries, senior government officials, international delegates, and key maritime stakeholders. Organized
by the Ministry of Communications, Government of Pakistan, the three-day conference aims to strengthen
regional partnerships, enhance transport connectivity, and promote economic cooperation through integrated
maritime, road, rail, and logistics systems. The Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), under the
leadership of its Chief Executive Officer, Syed Jarar Haider Kazmi, played a key role in the conference under the
guidance of the Honorable Minister of Maritime Affairs, Mr. Junaid Anwar Chaudhry.
In his address, the Minister of Maritime Affairs emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to promoting secure, efficient,
and integrated transport networks across the region. He highlighted the importance of maritime trade routes, port
infrastructure, and land-sea connectivity in facilitating economic development, especially for landlocked Central
Asian states. Syed Jarar Haider Kazmi reaffirmed PNSC’s dedication to expanding Pakistan’s maritime capabilities
and strengthening partnerships with regional and international logistics providers. Foreign delegates appreciated
Pakistan’s initiative in hosting the conference and underscored the need for collaborative policies to enhance
trade, transportation efficiency, and connectivity.
During the conference, significant progress was made toward strengthening maritime cooperation through the
signing of two landmark Memorandums of Understanding. The first MoU was signed between PNSC and Dynamic
World Wide Logistics Group,represented by Syed Jarar Haider Kazmi and Muhammad Saleh Tariq Chaudhry. This
partnership aims to bolster cooperation in maritime logistics, establish new trade corridors, and integrate sea-land
transport solutions to support regional and international commerce. The second MoU was signed between PNSC
and Ravian Maritime Pvt. Ltd., represented by Syed Jarar Haider Kazmi and Abdul Hameed Paracha. This
agreement focuses on the development of regional shipping routes, the launch of liner services from Pakistan to
Central Asia, the Far East, the Gulf, Africa, and Europe, and the promotion of enhanced trade connectivity via land
and sea.
Ministerial dialogues and technical discussions continued with a focus on improving transport infrastructure,
harmonizing cross-border regulations, adopting digital systems in logistics, and promoting sustainable and eco-
friendly transport solutions. Delegates exchanged views on enhancing port efficiency, modernizing logistics
operations, and facilitating public-private partnerships to support major transport and shipping projects.
Representatives also discussed strategies to position Pakistan as a key gateway for trade to and from Central Asia,
contributing to greater economic integration across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
The conference will conclude on October 25, 2025, with a public session where citizens, media, academia, and
industry stakeholders will be invited to engage with policy leaders and learn about future regional transport
initiatives.
The Government of Pakistan and PNSC reiterated their commitment to translating conference discussions into
actionable strategies that will strengthen trade connectivity, create economic opportunities, and promote long-
term regional cooperation
