Balochistan Province

Gwadar | ReNews Pakistan
Pakistan has invited oil-producing countries to establish strategic oil reserves at the proposed Energy City near Gwadar Port, in a move aimed at strengthening national energy security and transforming the country into a regional hub for energy storage, logistics and re-export.
Officials said the planned facility would allow Pakistan priority access to stored oil during emergencies, including wars, supply disruptions or international market shocks. The initiative is being developed as part of a broader strategy to expand the country’s maritime and energy infrastructure along its coastline.
According to officials, Kuwait has already expressed interest in exploring the development of strategic oil buffers under the project. Pakistan is also awaiting further progress on possible Saudi investment in oil reserves and refinery infrastructure at Gwadar.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry discussed the proposal during a meeting with Kuwaiti Ambassador Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Al-Mutairi. During the meeting, the minister presented investment opportunities in energy logistics, fuel storage and maritime infrastructure linked to the Energy City concept.
Pakistan has offered foreign investors opportunities in fuel storage facilities, bonded terminals, jetty construction and wider port infrastructure development. The proposed Energy City is expected to include storage and handling facilities for liquefied petroleum gas, liquefied natural gas, crude oil and white oil products.
Officials said the plan also includes rental-based bonded storage systems to support regional trade and supply chains. These facilities would allow international companies and oil-producing countries to store fuel in Pakistan for onward supply, re-export or emergency use.
The proposed developments also include a multipurpose terminal at Port Qasim, along with additional terminals and expanded storage capacity at key maritime locations. Authorities believe such infrastructure could help Pakistan attract foreign investment while improving the country’s ability to manage fuel supply risks.
Discussions between Pakistani officials and the Kuwaiti envoy also covered broader cooperation in maritime infrastructure. The government assured facilitation for potential investors interested in Energy City-related projects, fuel storage facilities and port development.
The Kuwaiti ambassador expressed interest in reviewing the proposed projects and fuel storage opportunities in detail. Both sides agreed to continue consultations to identify practical areas of cooperation.
Earlier, the government announced the Pakistan Maritime Energy City under its long-term “Hundred Years Vision 2047–2147”. A 12-member committee has also been formed to identify locations for three to four new deep-sea ports along Pakistan’s coastline.
Officials said the Energy City is intended to support the storage and re-export of oil, LNG and LPG through integration with Pakistan’s port infrastructure. They added that the project could play an important role in enhancing regional energy trade while improving Pakistan’s long-term energy security.

Quetta | ReNews Pakistan
The Balochistan government has moved ahead with a comprehensive 10 year development vision for Gwadar aimed at transforming the coastal city into a modern, sustainable and globally competitive economic hub under the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan.
A high level meeting chaired by Provincial Minister for Planning and Development Mir Zahoor Buledi reviewed the proposed development program prepared by the Gwadar Development Authority, GDA. The plan focuses on infrastructure improvement, urban management, public facilities, environmental sustainability, tourism promotion and revenue generation for long-term institutional stability.
The meeting was attended by MPA Gwadar Maulana Hidayat ur Rehman, Additional Chief Secretary Development Zahid Saleem, GDA Director General Moin-ur-Rehman Khan, Chief Engineer Federal Projects Dr Sajjad Baloch, Chief Engineer GDA Haji Syed Muhammad, Director Town Planning Shahid Ali, Chairman Tehsil Municipal Committee Gwadar Majid Johar and other senior officials.
During the briefing, GDA Director General Moin-ur-Rehman Khan presented details of the proposed 10 year program, which includes major infrastructure projects such as road expansion, new water supply lines, a 20 million gallon desalination plant, underground power cabling, solarization initiatives and tree plantation drives.
The plan also includes improvements in sewerage, drainage, fisheries-related infrastructure and civic services, along with tourism and recreational projects including Grab Beach Park, GDA Club, Foreigners Resort and Coastal Beach Resort.
Officials informed the meeting that the proposed development framework also covers the Central Business District, Special Economic Zone, GDA Housing Scheme and micro-level master planning. These initiatives are being aligned with the second phase of the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan for the period 2025 to 2035.
Speaking on the occasion, Mir Zahoor Buledi said Gwadar’s development must be based on local needs, public consultation and ground realities. He emphasized that development should not remain limited to mega infrastructure projects, but should directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens, fishermen, youth and the local business community.
He directed the GDA to prepare practical business models and revenue generation schemes so the authority could achieve financial independence and ensure the long-term sustainability of its projects. He also instructed officials to rationalize the proposed program according to available resources and priority needs before submitting it to Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti for final approval and implementation.
MPA Gwadar Maulana Hidayat ur Rehman appreciated the GDA’s completed schemes, particularly the restoration work in Old Town, which he said had improved infrastructure and drainage conditions. He noted that recent rains caused fewer problems compared to previous years, but several areas, including Gwadar city, Surbandar and Pishkan, still require urgent attention.
He said roads, sewerage and drainage systems in these areas should be given priority in the new development program to address the daily problems faced by local communities.
Chief Engineer Federal Projects Dr Sajjad Baloch called for special welfare projects for fishermen and assured that the federal government would provide funds for such initiatives. He also proposed completing the Gwadar Northern Bypass through the National Highway Authority to reduce traffic pressure and support future trade and transport activity.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to advance Gwadar’s development in line with modern urban requirements, local priorities and community interests. Officials said the government’s broader vision is to turn Gwadar into a sustainable coastal city, a major economic center and a strategic gateway for Pakistan and the wider region.

Gwadar | ReNews Pakistan
The Gwadar Development Authority has approved a major phased development programme worth approximately PKR 280 billion under the second phase of the Gwadar Master Plan 2025–2035, marking an important step toward the long-term urban and economic transformation of the port city.
The approval was granted during a high-level meeting chaired by GDA Director General Moeenur Rehman Khan, where officials reviewed and finalised the authority’s upcoming 10 year development roadmap. The plan is aimed at transforming Gwadar into a modern, smart, eco-friendly and globally competitive port city.
During the meeting, officials were briefed that the GDA is preparing a comprehensive PC-I based development programme, which will be submitted first to the provincial government and later forwarded to the federal government for final approval. Authorities expect the proposed programme to be included in the 2026–27 development portfolio.
Deputy Director Town Planning Abdul Razzaq informed the meeting that the development plan will bring together multiple ongoing and future initiatives, including the GDA’s existing business plan. He said the objective is to ensure coordinated, practical and effective implementation of the Gwadar Master Plan.
According to officials, the phased development model will help streamline infrastructure expansion, urban planning, commercial growth and civic improvement projects over the next decade. The plan is also expected to support Gwadar’s wider strategic role as an emerging port city linked with regional trade and economic activity.
The GDA believes the new roadmap will provide a clear framework for sustainable development, improved urban services and investment-friendly planning, while aligning Gwadar’s growth with long-term economic and strategic objectives.