ISLAMABD: Pakistani and Danish officials this week discussed Denmark’s $2 billion investment to modernize the South Asian country’s maritime affairs infrastructure, Pakistan’s maritime affairs ministry said, as the two sides explored further avenues for bilateral collaboration.
Pakistan and Denmark last October signed a $2 billion memorandum of understanding (MoU) according to which Danish global shipping giant AP Moller–Maersk (Maersk) will invest the amount to modernize Pakistan’s maritime infrastructure and enhance its ports’ efficiency.
Pakistani Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Danish Ambassador Jacob Linulf met on Wednesday to review the progress of the $2 billion investment, the maritime affairs ministry said.
“The minister emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership, highlighting how Danish expertise in maritime technology can contribute to Pakistan’s economic growth and global trade competitiveness,” the statement said.
The ministry said that their discussion also covered potential future investments in green shipping, renewable energy solutions for ports and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen Pakistan’s maritime workforce.
“Both dignitaries reaffirmed their commitment to fostering a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship between the two countries,” the statement added.
The meeting also focused on strengthening cultural ties and promoting tourism between Pakistan and Denmark, with both sides reaffirming their desire to enhance people-to-people exchanges.
Linulf expressed Denmark’s interest in expanding its footprint in Pakistan’s maritime sector, the ministry said, reiterating his government’s commitment to supporting sustainable and innovative solutions.
“The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both sides agreeing to accelerate the implementation of the MoU and explore further opportunities for collaboration in trade, investment, and cultural exchange,” the ministry said.
