ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has instructed officials to expedite the completion of all under-construction hotels in Islamabad prior to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. According to Radio Pakistan, Naqvi led a meeting in Islamabad to evaluate progress on initiatives aimed at enhancing the city’s hospitality services in preparation for the international event.

Naqvi directed authorities to maintain regular communication with hotel proprietors to swiftly address any issues they face. He emphasized the need for special measures to renovate existing hotels and elevate their standards. During the meeting, officials were briefed on plans to convert One Constitution Avenue into a hotel of international standing. Additionally, the development of an international-standard mall adjacent to One Constitution Avenue was agreed upon.

A comprehensive plan for the One Constitution Avenue project is being drafted in collaboration with an international hotel chain, Naqvi stated. He also highlighted the necessity of launching specialized training programs in partnership with relevant institutions to meet the hospitality sector’s demands. The Interior Minister stressed the importance of ensuring Islamabad is prepared to accommodate the distinguished guests of the SCO Summit in an appropriate manner.