Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar has stressed the need for construction and maintenance of highways on a priority basis in parts of the country where foreign investment is expected. 

He was chairing a review meeting regarding the National Highway Authority, in Islamabad today.

The Prime Minister said good infrastructure is a key to the economic and social development of any country.

The Prime Minister said special attention is needed for the road network in Balochistan.

He said the stalled work of rehabilitation and reconstruction of Karachi to Chaman highway should be started as soon as possible.

The Prime Minister directed detailed planning and optimal utilization of resources should be ensured while planning new highways to provide maximum benefit to the public.