The economy of Balochistan is largely based upon the production of
natural gas, coal and other minerals. Other important economic sectors
include fisheries, mining, manufacturing industries, trade and other
services being rendered by public and private sector organisations.
Tourism remains limited but has increased due to the exotic appeal of
the province. Limited farming in the east and fishing along the Arabian
Sea coastline provide income and sustenance for the local population.
Due to the tribal lifestyle of many Baloch and Brahui people, animal
husbandry and trading bazaars found throughout the province are
important.
Though the province remains largely underdeveloped, several major development projects, including the construction of a new deep sea port at the strategically important town of Gwadar,[15] are in progress in Balochistan. The port is projected to be the hub of an energy and trade corridor to and from China and the Central Asian republics. The Mirani Dam on the Dasht River, 50 kilometres (31 mi) west of Turbat in the Makran Division, is being built to provide water to expand agricultural land use by 35,000 km2 (14,000 sq mi) where it would otherwise be unsustainable.
Though the province remains largely underdeveloped, several major development projects, including the construction of a new deep sea port at the strategically important town of Gwadar,[15] are in progress in Balochistan. The port is projected to be the hub of an energy and trade corridor to and from China and the Central Asian republics. The Mirani Dam on the Dasht River, 50 kilometres (31 mi) west of Turbat in the Makran Division, is being built to provide water to expand agricultural land use by 35,000 km2 (14,000 sq mi) where it would otherwise be unsustainable.
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