Mr.
Xiang, President China Gezhouba Group International Engineering called on
Minister Interior, Planning, Development & Reform Mr. Ahsan Iqbal to
apprise about their progress on projects under CPEC. Minister Iqbal encouraged
the delegation faster completion and to pursue other potential investments in
energy & infrastructure sector of Pakistan.
Minister Iqbal appreciated Chinese
Government & Private Sector for standing with Pakistan socioeconomically in
difficult times. Minister Iqbal noted that Government is committed to create
and provide a business friendly environment to facilitate investors. CPEC has
started contributing towards energy security of Pakistan. Projects are being
completed in record time.
Minister Iqbal noted that NDRC, China
suggests a panel of 3 reputed companies for CPEC projects. The lowest bidder
gets the project. It is a very transparent process. Minister Iqbal stressed
that Govt is highly prioritising construction of Diamer Bhasha and Mahmand Dams
to ensure stable supply of energy & food security Minister Iqbal noted
that Government is working relentlessly to construct Dasu Dam and many other
hydel power projects
Minister Iqbal termed construction of
Dams a key to Pakistan's Future. Minister Iqbal stated that Govt views
industrial zones as important element of CPEC. These zones will help in making
industrialisation process faster in country.
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