| Gadani Fish Harbour | |
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| Location | |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Location | Gadani, Balochistan |
| Coordinates | 25°07′10″N66°43′55″E / 25.11944°N 66.73194°E |
| Details | |
| Owned by | Government of Balochistan |
| Type of harbour | coastal breakwater |
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