Gwadar is a district along the sea in south of the Makran. The coastline of Gwadar District is about 600 Kilometers long. Gwadar was notified as a District in July, 1977 with its headquarter at Gwadar Town. Previously it used to be a part of Makran District.
Gwadar district is located from 25`-01` to 25`-45` North latitudes and from 61`-37` to 65`-15` east longitudes. It is bounded on the North by Kech and Awaran District. On the East by Lasbela District, on the south by the Arabia Sea and on the West by Iran. Total area of the district is 12,637 square kilometers. The district comprises of Gwadar and Pasni Sub-divisions:
Gwadar, a rapidly emerging port city on the southwestern coast of Pakistan, is often referred to as the "Gateway to Asia." Located in Balochistan, Gwadar has gained global significance due to its strategic position along the Arabian Sea and its role in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Once a small fishing town, Gwadar is now transforming into a major international trade and economic hub. With its deep-sea port, modern infrastructure projects, and growing investment opportunities, Gwadar is set to become a key player in global maritime trade.
