Indian Propaganda Exposed: How Much Will Gwadar Port and CPEC Benefit Pakistan?

Azhar Thiraj

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Indian Propaganda Exposed: How Much Will Gwadar Port and CPEC Benefit Pakistan?

29 October 2026

Around 71% of the world's surface is covered by water, while the remaining 29% consists of land. Most global trade takes place through maritime routes, and 98% of Pakistan's trade is conducted by sea.

Pakistan has a maritime area of approximately 290,000 square kilometres, which could play a significant role in strengthening the country's economy and generating foreign exchange.

The question is: How can Pakistan turn this natural asset into economic prosperity? Can Gwadar Port change Pakistan's economic future? If CPEC is a game changer, why does India oppose it?

Find out in this complete podcast featuring an exclusive conversation with Professor Dr Sajid Mahmood Shahzad, former Deputy Chief of the Pakistan Navy, on Pakistan Matters.