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The Jacobabad–Gwadar Line is an upcoming railway project aiming to establish a connection between the Pakistani cities of Jacobabad and Gwadar. Stretching across a length of 1087 kilometers, the estimated cost of this project amounts to US$2.3 billion. Anvwar Asian Investments (AAI) from Oman is at the forefront of leading this initiative, offering a substantial investment of US$2.3 billion, with an initial contribution of US$500 million.

Background

The Jacobabad–Gwadar Line is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) program, which aims to provide a rail connection between Gwadar and Xinjiang province in China. The proposed line will be the high-speed rail connection between Gwadar and Jacobabad. Moreover, it will hold the distinction of being the first railway project under the CPEC program.

References

1. Preston, Robert (August 8, 2022). "Omani group to invest $US 2.3bn in Jacobabad – Gwadar line".
2. ^ Ahmad, Nauman (August 28, 2022). "Omani firm to invest in Gwadar rail connectivity project- Zameen News". Pakistan Real Estate News & Pakistan Property News & Latest Updates - Zameen News.
3. "New railway tracks planned under CPEC: report". DAWN.COM. December 20, 2015.
4. "Oman Offers to Develop $2.3 Billion Railway Network in Gwadar". 24 August 2022.

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