Industrial Zones Shift from Traditional Real Estate Model to Production-Based Development; 32 Technology Zones Operational Nationwide with More Than 27,000 IT Professionals at Work
Islamabad: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has introduced significant reforms in Pakistan’s manufacturing and technology sectors over the past three years, aimed at boosting foreign investment, exports, and industrial production across the country.
Based on modern survey data and comprehensive planning, a new national framework has been developed to transform industrial zones from traditional real estate ventures into hubs focused on industrial production, value addition, and export growth.
One-Window Operations and Focus on Major Industrial Parks
To facilitate investors, SIFC has streamlined investment procedures through one-window operations, fast-track approvals, and policy coordination, making the investment process considerably easier for both domestic and foreign investors.
As part of this initiative, development work is being accelerated in five major industrial zones across the country:
- Rashakai Special Economic Zone
- Dhabeji Special Economic Zone
- Quaid-e-Azam Business Park
- Allama Iqbal Industrial City
- Karachi Industrial Park
Promoting the Digital Economy Through Special Technology Zones
Alongside industrial development, significant efforts have also been made to strengthen Pakistan’s digital economy and technological innovation ecosystem.
With the support of SIFC, 32 Special Technology Zones (STZs) have been established nationwide. These technology zones currently host more than 200 local and international companies, while over 27,000 Pakistani IT professionals are actively contributing to the growth of the country's digital economy.
According to experts, these long-term initiatives have provided a new momentum to industrialization, employment generation, and export-oriented growth, positioning Pakistan for greater economic competitiveness in the years ahead.