Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has called for research-based insights to shape policy and promote environmentally responsible maritime development in Pakistan.

He was talking to President of the National Institute of Maritime Affairs Vice Admiral retired Ahmed Saeed in Islamabad on Monday.

The Minister underscored the need to pursue a sustainable maritime vision that balances economic growth with environmental stewardship.

He highlighted the importance of integrating the maritime economy into Pakistan's broader national economic framework.

Vice Admiral Ahmed Saeed congratulated the Minister on his appointment and reaffirmed the Institute of Maritime Affairs' full support for the ministry's initiatives.

He appreciated the government's decision to upgrade Pakistan Marine Academy into a full-fledged maritime university in partnership with the World Maritime University, Sweden. He described the move as a significant step towards enhancing capacity-building and aligning with global standards.

The meeting discussed key maritime policy areas, including Pakistan's compliance with international environmental standards like the International Maritime Organization's MARPOL Annex-VI regulations on marine pollution.