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Which major ports on the Arabian Sea serve Pakistan?

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Map showing the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, highlighting physical features such as ocean basins, ridges, and trenches. Surrounding countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and parts of the Middle East and Southeast Asia are labeled with major cities and boundaries. Ocean depths are indicated with shading and spot depth values.
Arabian Sea

Pakistan is served by several major ports located on the Arabian Sea, which are vital for both domestic and international trade:

  • Karachi: As Pakistanā€™s largest city and principal seaport, Karachi is a major commercial and industrial hub. It historically serves as the primary port for the Indus River valley and the Punjab region, and it also functions as a key gateway for the landlocked country of Afghanistan.21
  • Gwadar Port: Located in the western province of Balochistan, Gwadar port is a deep-sea facility situated on a peninsula. It serves as the southwestern terminal of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and is strategically positioned near the Persian Gulf to facilitate maritime commerce and naval activity.23
  • Muhammad Bin Qasim: This is also identified as one of the largest ports serving Pakistan along the Arabian Sea coastline.1