Voice of America: China Assumes Control of Key Pakistani Seaport

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China Assumes Control of Key Pakistani Seaport Feb 18th 2013, 20:42 China has taken control of a strategic deep-water seaport in Pakistan, giving it a potential Arabian Sea naval base and extending its reach to secure its energy and maritime routes. The Pakistani government formally handed over operations at the Gwadar Deep Seaport to visiting Chinese officials during a ceremony Monday in Islamabad. Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari said the transfer marks the start of a new era of opportunities for Pakistan and China. While China helped fund and build ...

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