Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Lt Gen (Retd) Hassan Azhar Hayat as the new Managing Director of the Pakistan Land Port Authority. This appointment is an important move aimed at improving how Pakistan manages its land ports and cross-border trade activities.
The Pakistan Land Port Authority has been set up to work as a central platform that brings different government departments and agencies together.
Its main role is to improve coordination between these bodies and make trade and transportation across borders smoother and more efficient. By working under one system, delays, duplication of work, and communication gaps can be reduced.
With better coordination, traders and transporters are expected to benefit from faster clearance processes, clearer procedures and improved facilities at land ports.
This will help reduce the cost of doing business and encourage more regional trade. Efficient land ports are especially important for Pakistan due to its location, which connects South Asia with Central Asia, China, and the Middle East.
The appointment of Lt Gen (Retd) Hassan Azhar Hayat brings experienced leadership to the authority. His background in administration and management is expected to help strengthen institutional performance and ensure better implementation of policies.
Under his leadership, the authority is likely to focus on modern systems, improved infrastructure, and stronger cooperation among stakeholders.
