City Desk :
The master plan for Matarbari, Bangladesh’s first deep-sea port, is being restructured to address evolving regional and global dynamics, Brigadier General (retd) Dr. M. Sakhawat Hossain, Adviser to the Ministry of Shipping, said on Wednesday.
He shared this information after a meeting with the Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Iwama Kiminori, at the Ministry of Shipping, reports BSS.
The adviser explained that the revised master plan aims to ensure the deep-sea port’s comprehensive security and operational readiness, adapting to the changing global trade environment. The updated strategy also includes plans to construct an international-standard dockyard at the site, further enhancing the port’s logistical and operational capabilities.
He added that after completing the first phase of construction, a dedicated authority will be formed to oversee the port’s activities and streamline its management. Highlighting its strategic importance, the adviser expressed optimism that the port’s operations could commence by 2030, significantly boosting Bangladesh’s connectivity and trade prospects.
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Dr. Sakhawat also informed that the government is working on a National Port Strategy to improve coordination and efficiency across the country’s ports. He sought JICA’s continued technical support for the development and implementation of these plans.
Ambassador Iwama said that Japan is committed to supporting the Matarbari Deep-Sea Port project through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). He expressed confidence that the project would be completed on schedule with collective efforts.
