PAKISTAN
Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has announced that the National Highway Authority (NHA) will complete the 813-kilometre Pakistan Expressway (N-25), linking Karachi, Quetta and Chaman, within the next two years, with initial construction work already underway.
The minister made these remarks during a meeting with Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, who called on him in Islamabad.
During the meeting, both leaders discussed issues of mutual interest as well as the prevailing political situation in the country. Abdul Aleem Khan said that the construction, rehabilitation and upgradation of highways in Balochistan remain a top priority for the NHA. He added that despite security challenges, the authority continues to actively pursue development projects across the province.
The federal minister reaffirmed that the N-25 Pakistan Expressway is being constructed to international standards and that quality and transparency will be ensured throughout the project. He stressed that the expressway will significantly improve connectivity and facilitate economic activity in Balochistan.
Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail briefed the minister on various NHA-related matters, for which Abdul Aleem Khan assured early resolution. The governor also extended an invitation to the federal minister to visit Quetta, which was warmly received. – ER News Desk
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