Overview
It is a well-established fact that an efficient transport system plays a pivotal role in enhancing economic growth, reducing poverty and attaining Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Globally, investments in transport sector have significantly enhanced trade volume and human development through increased mobility. As far as Pakistan is concerned, the transport system generally comprises of roads, railway, aviation, ports and shipping services. In other words, the land transport incorporates roads and railway whereas the maritime transport encompasses ports and shipping services.
The Country Update Note examines the current structure and national regulations in place concerning the land and maritime transport sector of Pakistan. It informs on the key figures and status of regulations regarding road, rail and maritime transport modes and analyzes the challenges facing the sectors respectively. The note uses a mix methodology. The analysis is based on desktop research, supplemented with interviews with relevant government officials such as transport experts from Planning Commission and National Highway Authority.
