Islamabad: Foreign investment in Pakistan has surged by 48% in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, highlighting the effective strategies implemented by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). This increase underscores the growing confidence of international investors in the country’s economic prospects.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the increase in foreign investment has seen China leading with an investment of 404 million dollars. Other significant contributors include Hong Kong with 98 million dollars, the United Arab Emirates with 25 million dollars, Britain with 72 million dollars, and the United States with 28 million dollars. Saudi Arabia invested 1.8 million dollars during the same period.

The rise in foreign investment reflects the concerted efforts of SIFC, which has been actively engaging with various countries to promote investment opportunities in Pakistan. This strategic focus is proving effective, as countries are increasingly showing interest in participating in Pakistan’s economic growth journey.