Pakistan, July 20 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that modernising Pakistan Railways is essential to transforming the country into a regional trade and logistics hub, stressing the need to accelerate infrastructure upgrades and improve operational efficiency.

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Chairing a review meeting on the Pakistan Railways Transformation Plan in Islamabad, the prime minister directed authorities to expedite railway development projects while ensuring they are completed within the approved timelines and according to the highest quality standards.

He described rail transport as the most cost-effective and efficient mode for both passengers and freight, adding that a ...