Balochistan Province

Gwadar | ReNews Pakistan
A high level Iranian trade delegation has arrived in Gwadar in what is being described as an important development for strengthening economic, trade and logistics cooperation between Pakistan and Iran.
The delegation from the Chabahar Free Zone Organization is being led by its Chairman, Muhammad Saeed Arbabi. The team crossed into Pakistan through the Gabd Rimzan border, a key crossing point between Pakistan and Iran.
The visiting delegation includes prominent Iranian investors, logistics experts and representatives associated with international trade and regional connectivity. Upon arrival at the border, the delegation was received by President of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Jehand Hut, along with other representatives.
The Iranian delegation is visiting Gwadar on the invitation of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry. During the visit, the team is scheduled to tour the Gwadar Free Zone, Gwadar Port and various ongoing development projects in the city.
Officials said the delegation will review investment opportunities, port operations, logistics facilities and infrastructure available for trade and transit movement. The visit is also expected to focus on enhancing business to business contacts between the two sides.
According to trade circles, the visit carries particular importance due to the strategic location of Gwadar and Chabahar, both of which are seen as key ports for regional trade, logistics and connectivity.
Significant discussions are expected regarding the development of a joint logistics network, transit trade arrangements and mutual cooperation between Gwadar and Chabahar. Business representatives believe such cooperation could help improve regional trade flows and create new investment opportunities in port-related sectors.
The visit is being viewed as a positive step toward expanding Pakistan Iran economic engagement, particularly in logistics, transit trade, port development and cross border investment.

Quetta | ReNews Pakistan
NAB Balochistan has carried out large scale operations against illegal land , recovering state land worth Rs1.41 trillion over the past two years.
According to NAB sources, the National Accountability Bureau Balochistan, in line with its mandate to protect national assets, promote accountability, and uphold the rule of law, took effective measures that led to the recovery of vast areas of government land from illegal occupants.
The report states that during 2025, approximately 1.02 million acres of state land were retrieved, with an estimated value of Rs1.374 trillion. Additionally, in the early months of the current year, another 51,576 acres of illegally occupied land were recovered, valued at Rs36.54 billion.
Overall, these efforts resulted in the recovery of 1.07 million acres of state land, with a total estimated worth of Rs1.41 trillion.
NAB officials stated that these achievements are the result of strong institutional coordination, effective strategy, and sustained efforts, which have not only brought significant financial gains to the national exchequer but also strengthened public confidence in accountability institutions.

Quetta | ReNews Pakistan
The district administration and police in Balochistan have intensified operations against illegal Afghan migrants residing in the Karezat area. According to officials, the operation was formally launched after the expiry of a 24-hour deadline given to migrants to vacate the area.
According to an official report, approximately 60,000 Afghan migrants are currently living in Karezat, a large number of whom do not possess valid legal documents. The administration maintains that illegal residence is contributing to security concerns and placing a strain on local resources.
DSP Inayat Kakar, while speaking to the media, said that migrants had been issued prior notice to voluntarily leave the area. However, following the expiry of the deadline, strict action has now been initiated.
He confirmed that more than 100 illegal houses have so far been demolished, adding that the operation will continue to ensure the complete elimination of illegal settlements.