American Ambassador Donald Bloom visited Gwadar to highlight the commitment of the United States to the people of <a href="https://www.archyde.com/afghan-militants-target-china-pakistan-economic-corridor/" title="Afghan militants target China-Pakistan economic corridor”>Balochistan under a permanent and strong partnership between Pakistan and the United States, and reviewed the opportunities for strengthening regional development, trade and commercial relations.
During his visit, Ambassador Bloom met various government and private sector leaders including political leaders, representatives of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
On this occasion, the American ambassador said that there is a long history of successful relations between the United States and Balochistan. After the devastating floods last year, the United States provided food and much-needed aid to 661,000 people and 90,000 children. provided food to combat the threat of hunger.
He said that during the last year, 41 health centers were successfully renovated in Balochistan with American assistance, while in the field of education, programs were also promoted in BUITEMS and Sardar Bahadur Khan Women’s University with American assistance. .
Donald Bloom said that efforts were also made to empower the youth of the next generation by developing the teaching and educational materials of Balochi and various other languages with American support.
In his meeting with the political leaders, the US ambassador reiterated US support for the development of Balochistan in terms of bilateral trade and investment, including economic growth, disaster preparedness and assistance, and security.
On this occasion, he also mentioned the steps through which Pakistan can improve its environment for investment.
In a meeting with the delegation of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ambassador Donald Bloom discussed the opportunities to promote US trade and investment in business, transportation, tourism, fishing and marine-related economic sectors in the region.
During the meeting with the American ambassador, the delegation of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry told him how the employment can be increased in Balochistan by promoting business relations with the involvement of all groups under the leadership of Pakistan and how to expand business relations. By increasing technical skills in Balochistan, bilateral trade can be promoted.
In his meetings with government and business leaders, Ambassador Donald Bloom also discussed the Pak-US Green Alliance Framework, which is helping the two countries meet their environmental, energy, water and economic needs together.
He said that we are providing support to the whole of Pakistan, including Balochistan, in increasing the capacity to deal with environmental problems, promoting alternative energy and uniform economic development.
He further said that 12,000 farmers, most of whom are from Balochistan, have been provided US assistance under the Green Alliance and have increased productivity and reduced losses by using better technology and management practices on 2,000 acres. Brought.
The American ambassador visited Gwadar port where he met with Port Authority Chairman Pansad Khan Bilidi to discuss the port’s operations, development projects and Gwadar’s potential to become a regional trade hub and ways to connect it to the US, the largest market for Pakistani exports. Also discussed.
In a meeting with Pakistan Navy’s Western Command, Ambassador Donald Bloom discussed regional issues and emphasized on continuing partnership in the coming years.
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**Interview with Donald Bloom, American Ambassador to Pakistan**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Ambassador Bloom. Your recent visit to Gwadar has attracted significant attention. Can you tell us what motivated this visit?
**Ambassador Bloom:** Thank you for having me. The primary motivation for my visit was to reinforce the United States’ commitment to the people of Balochistan and to explore opportunities for enhancing our longstanding partnership with Pakistan. Gwadar is a crucial area for regional development, and we believe there are promising avenues for trade and investment that can benefit both nations.
**Interviewer:** During your meetings with local leaders, what key themes did you emphasize regarding U.S. support in the region?
**Ambassador Bloom:** One of the main themes was our historical relationship with Balochistan. Following last year’s devastating floods, we were able to deliver assistance to over 661,000 people, especially focusing on food security for vulnerable communities, including 90,000 children. We also discussed our ongoing initiatives in healthcare and education—renovating health centers and supporting academic institutions like BUITEMS and Sardar Bahadur Khan Women’s University.
**Interviewer:** That sounds impactful. You mentioned empowering the youth through educational programs. Could you elaborate on that?
**Ambassador Bloom:** Certainly. We believe that investing in education is fundamental for the development of Balochistan. Our support includes developing teaching materials in Balochi and promoting various other languages. This is aimed at ensuring that the younger generation is equipped with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in a competitive world.
**Interviewer:** What feedback did you receive from the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry regarding U.S. trade and investment?
**Ambassador Bloom:** The discussions were very positive. The delegation was enthusiastic about promoting U.S. investments in key sectors like business, transportation, tourism, and marine-related industries. We explored specific strategies on how the U.S. can collaborate with local enterprises to tap into these opportunities while also addressing the challenges faced by investors in Pakistan.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what advice did you give concerning Pakistan’s investment environment?
**Ambassador Bloom:** I emphasized the importance of creating a more investor-friendly environment, which includes ensuring regulatory transparency and improving infrastructure. Additionally, disaster preparedness and assistance can enhance the overall stability necessary for sustained economic growth. A cooperative approach between the government and private sector is essential to achieving these goals.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Ambassador Bloom, for your insights and for shedding light on the important work being done in Balochistan.
**Ambassador Bloom:** Thank you for having me. I look forward to seeing how our partnerships will continue to evolve for the benefit of the people of Balochistan and beyond.
