Maritime Ministry Mulls Ferry Service to Iran, Iraq Amid Land Travel Ban

Maritime ministry mulls ferry service to Iran, Iraq amid land travel ban

Detailed road map expected to be finalised in coming weeks.

Minister Advocates Fast launch of Pakistan Ferry Service

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhary, has emphasized the urgent need to operationalize Pakistan’s first ferry service, positioning it as a much-needed step to improve religious travel options and boost regional maritime connectivity. Speaking during a recent briefing held in Islamabad with Shipping and Ports Director General Alia Shahid, the minister outlined a clear strategy to push this project forward without…

Pakistan to launch first-ever ferry service for pilgrims to Iran and Iraq

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has planned to launch a ferry service to facilitate pilgrims traveling to Iran and Iraq, amid stalled negotiations on the decision to ban land travel for pilgrims during Arbaeen. According to details, a comprehensive roadmap for this service is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, as reported by national media on Saturday. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry emphasized th…