Pakistan, China agree for early execution of Karachi-Peshawar ML-1 railway project

News Desk

The Federal Minister for Railways, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad has said that Karachi-Peshawar Main Line-1 project will usher in revolution in railway.

According to media reports, the Railways Minister has expressed these views while talking to Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong who called on him in Islamabad on Monday.

During the meeting both sides have agreed to accelerate efforts for early execution of Karachi-Peshawar Main Line-1 railway project.

Sheikh Rashid Ahmad has said that ML-1 project will usher in revolution in railway, creating new employment opportunities in Pakistan. He said it will further cement the relations between Pakistan and China.

The Railways Minister said the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China is based on mutual trust and confidence.

On the occasion, the Chinese envoy said China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project is a manifestation of long-lasting bilateral relationship.