Which of the following is a main goal of the Chabahar port project?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. To boost regional trade.
The Chabahar port project is a strategic maritime development in Iran designed primarily to boost regional trade by providing a direct transport corridor. Its main goal is to offer India a sea-land access route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. By linking the Indian Ocean with the Caspian Sea through the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), it significantly reduces transit time and costs. This connectivity fosters economic cooperation, opens new markets for landlocked nations, and enhances India’s strategic footprint in the region.