Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh says Pakistan fully complies with the regulations of International Maritime Organization (IMO).

In his welcome address at the International Maritime Business and Finance Conference in Islamabad, he said Pakistan's coastline spans over 11,000 kilometers, and its strategic location makes it even more significant.

He said we are trying to reduce the global footprint and make maximum use of green technology. He said measures to deal with climate change must be adopted in every institution. 

Qaiser Sheikh said Pakistan is ensuring the protection of biodiversity and oceans while keeping in mind the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 2014.  He said our maritime professionals, whose expertise is of the international standard, can be sent abroad.

The Minister said Pakistan is ready to work with global organizations to promote ship making, ship recycling and blue economy.

He thanked the International Maritime Organization, especially China and Norway, for extending technical support to Pakistan.