07/07/2024
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently visited the Karachi port to inspect the Hutchison Ports South Asia terminal. During his visit, he underscored the importance of the port for boosting Pakistan's economy and facilitating international trade. He also emphasized the need for completing ongoing federal projects in Karachi to enhance the city's infrastructure and economic capabilities [[❞]](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2314899/pm-orders-early-completion-of-karachi-uplift-projects) [[❞]](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2396035/thousands-of-containers-held-up-at-karachi-port-as-dollars-dry-up).
The visit is part of broader efforts to address Pakistan's economic challenges, which include a significant shortage of dollars that has led to thousands of containers being held up at the port. This shortage is impacting various sectors, including imports of essential goods and raw materials [[❞]](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2396035/thousands-of-containers-held-up-at-karachi-port-as-dollars-dry-up).
Imran says he is keen to inaugurate projects KTP for benefit of Karachiites
