Delegation of UAE Investors Meets Chairman CDA to Discuss Investment Opportunities in Islamabad

Date: Sep 09, 2025

ISLAMABAD: September 8, 2025 – A delegation of investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) met with Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, at the CDA Headquarters. The meeting was attended by CDA Board Member Administration and Estate, Talat Mahmood; Member Engineering, Syed Nafasat Raza; Member Planning and Design, Dr. Khalid Hafiz; along with other senior officers. Chairman CDA welcomed the UAE investors and briefed them on potential investment opportunities in Islamabad. The delegation was apprised of promising prospects in the hotel and hospitality industry, commercial and real estate sectors, as well as tourism-related projects. It was highlighted that Islamabad offers excellent opportunities for investment, particularly in the hotel industry, real estate, and tourism. The delegation was informed that robust financial and operational models have been developed to safeguard investors’ capital, while feasibility studies for major tourism projects—including a Theme Park and Cable Car—have already been completed. Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa stated that CDA is creating uniform and transparent opportunities for both local and foreign investors. He emphasized that comprehensive measures are being taken to provide maximum facilitation and incentives to investors, adding that renowned consultancy firms have conducted detailed feasibility studies to ensure project viability. “Gaining the confidence of investors in Islamabad is our top priority,” he remarked. On this occasion, the UAE investors expressed keen interest in the diverse investment opportunities available in Islamabad. The meeting aimed at fostering foreign investment and implementing international-standard projects to accelerate the development of the capital city.