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Pakistan’s economic advisers have pitched a $1.2 billion port development proposal to the United States, seeking investment in a new deep-water facility at Pasni in Balochistan. Officials familiar with the matter said the proposal, presented through informal diplomatic channels, aims to strengthen regional trade and reduce reliance on China-backed infrastructure projects in Gwadar.
The proposed Pasni port, located about 70 miles east of Gwadar, would focus on exporting minerals such as copper and antimony from Balochistan’s resource-rich interior. Sources suggest the plan includes the construction of a dedicated rail network to connect mining sites to the coast, improving Pakistan’s logistics capacity for global exports.
According to early estimates, the total investment required stands at around $1.2 billion. Pakistani officials are exploring financing options that may include collaboration with US development finance institutions, though they emphasized that the project would not involve any foreign military basing.
Analysts believe the proposal reflects Islamabad’s renewed effort to diversify its strategic partnerships while balancing its growing dependence on China’s Belt and Road projects. Experts also note that any final decision would depend on security assurances and the feasibility of large-scale infrastructure development in Balochistan.
If approved, the Pasni Port Project could emerge as a new gateway for Pakistan’s mineral exports and serve as a symbol of US-Pakistan economic cooperation after years of strained ties.
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