LAHORE: Chinese investment and supply of coal will enable both goods and passenger trains to play role in boosting the performance of the department.
Federal Minister for Pakistan Railways (PR) Khawaja Saad Rafique said this while speaking at a press conference here at Railway Headquarters. He said China would make an investment of 32 billion dollars, out of which 4 billion dollars would be invested in the department.
The minister said no recommendation regarding the privatization of the PR was under consideration. He added that dedication and hard work was required to steer Pakistan Railways out of crisis. He said private investment would be welcomed but through transparent mechanism.
