On World Sustainable Transport Day, we renew our commitment to building a cleaner,
smarter and more resilient transport system for Pakistan — one that supports economic growth
while protecting our environment for future generations.
As a country that serves as a vital regional corridor, Pakistan recognizes that roads and
highways are not only channels of movement but drivers of sustainable development. The
Ministry of Communications, through the National Highway Authority (NHA), is actively
integrating eco-friendly practices, improved design standards, climate-resilient infrastructure,
and efficient traffic management systems across the national road network.
Our focus is on developing energy-efficient highways, promoting green mobility, and
reducing the environmental footprint of transport operations while ensuring safer, faster, and
more reliable connectivity for our people and regional partners.
A few days back at the CAREC Forum, Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to the vision
of “Green and Digital CAREC”, emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable corridors, smart
transport solutions, and digitally enabled infrastructure. These initiatives aim to enhance
regional connectivity while minimizing carbon emissions and promoting climate resilience.
On this important day, I commend the efforts of our engineers, planners, workers, and
development partners who are working tirelessly to modernize Pakistan’s transport sector in line
with global sustainability goals.
