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PM approves airport expansions, targets Karachi as air cargo hub
PM Shehbaz Sharif approves Jinnah and Allama Iqbal airport expansions to create Karachi's air cargo hub.
In brief
PM Shehbaz Sharif approves Jinnah and Allama Iqbal airport expansions to create Karachi's air cargo hub. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved airport expansions to establish Karachi as an air cargo hub. Originally reported by Dawn.
PM approves airport expansions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved the expansion of Allama Iqbal International Airport and Jinnah International Airport as outlined in their masterplans.
Meeting chaired by PM
The meeting was held in Islamabad under PM Shehbaz Sharif's chairmanship with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and federal ministers present.
Airport expansion priorities
PM Shehbaz directed that no compromise be made on quality in airport expansion projects and they be aligned with international requirements.
Air cargo hub initiative
Work is ongoing on the air cargo village to make Karachi an air cargo hub as per PMO statement.
Passenger service improvements
Facilitating passengers at Pakistani airports should be the top priority with facilities improved to international standards.
Food and beverage standards
The services of the best caterers should be obtained for passengers with no compromise on food and beverage quality.
Airport infrastructure updates
The runway expansion at Jinnah International Airport was completed and FIA increased staff and counters for passenger convenience.
Smart scanners implementation
Earlier this month, PM Shehbaz ordered installation of smart scanners at all international airports to facilitate travelers.
Airport university plan
Work will commence by February 2028 to establish an international standard aviation university in Hyderabad.
Pre-departure services
FIA established pre-departure desks at major airports for timely passenger guidance.
Airport training programs
Regular training in high-quality service delivery for airport staff and officers is being implemented.
The bottom line
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved airport expansions to establish Karachi as an air cargo hub.
