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• The word Karakoram is a Turkic term.
• It means “black gravel” or “black stone”.
• It refers to the rocky and dark mountains of the region.
• Karakoram is a mountain range located between Pakistan and China.
• Karakoram Highway connects Pakistan and China.
• Also called the Friendship Highway.
• Passes through Khunjerab Pass.
• Length in Pakistan: about 1,300 km.
• Part of the historic Silk Route.

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• Gwadar Port is located on the Arabian Sea.
• It connects Pakistan with Central Asia, Middle East, and China.
• It plays a key role in international and regional trade.

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• Pakistan is geographically close to Central Asian countries.
• This location increases trade and economic opportunities.
• It helps in connecting South Asia with Central Asia.

Central Asia is rich in:

• Energy resources (oil, gas)
• Trade routes

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