Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced the establishment of the Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) to promote blue economy and enhance environmental sustainability across the maritime sector.

Speaking at the Pakistan Business Council Forum in Karachi, he emphasized the urgent need to align maritime development with sustainability goals, particularly in the face of growing climate-related challenges in the Global South.

The Minister said Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry will provide a specialized institutional framework to unify voices across the maritime spectrum, encompassing sectors such as ports, shipping, logistics, fisheries, and marine services.

He said this chamber will not only support investment and innovation in the maritime sector but also prioritize sustainability at ports, promote green technologies, and foster carbon reduction strategies.