ISLAMABAD – CPEC Projects Implementation On Top Priority. China’s ambassador to Pakistan, Yao Jing called on the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Asad Umar.
According to a press release by the ministry, the meeting happened on Friday. Matters relating to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), B2B collaboration between the two countries, and social sector development in Pakistan came under discussion.
Asad Umer said that the establishment and operationalization of the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in all of the provinces was a top priority. Meanwhile, that they were closely monitoring the progress in this regard. The SEZs would act as a catalyst in increasing the growth of local manufacturing, Umar maintained. CPEC Projects Implementation On Top Priority.
Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing appreciated the Government of Pakistan’s efforts to fast track the CPEC projects. He expressed his desire to put special focus on rail transport and hydel power projects. Along with social sector development projects and B2B collaboration between the two countries. Jing further stated that China would also consider investing in the low-cost housing programme.