Islamabad, November 4, 2025: Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has described the blue economy as a “game changer” for the country’s economic future, estimating its potential value at over $100 billion through sustainable use of marine and coastal resources.
Speaking at a national conference on maritime development, Aurangzeb emphasized that Pakistan’s 1,000-kilometer coastline and strategic location along major trade routes position it to become a key regional player in fisheries, shipping, and renewable ocean energy.
He said the government is formulating a comprehensive Blue Economy Policy aimed at enhancing exports, boosting port efficiency, and promoting investment in offshore wind energy, aquaculture, and marine tourism.
Experts at the event agreed that developing the blue economy could significantly strengthen Pakistan’s GDP, create thousands of jobs, and support environmental sustainability in coastal regions.
