QUETTA: A Chinese trading company has expressed interest in exploring investment opportunities in electric vehicles and charging stations in Balochistan.

In a meeting with Balochistan Board of Investment and Trading Vice Chairman Bilal Kakar and Chief Executive Abdul Kabeer Khan Zarkoon, the chief executive of Shanghai ADM International discussed potential investments in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure in the province.

Mr Kakar emphasised the importance of promoting economic and commercial activities to steer Balochistan toward prosperity, stating that the government would provide all possible facilities and support to investors.

He added that the provincial government is taking steps to increase investment in Balochistan and encouraged foreign investors to capitalise on these opportunities and contribute to the development of the region.

Published in Dawn, February 8th, 2025

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