Published on, Sept. 14 -- September 14, 2025 12:24 AM

In 2023, the government formed the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) with the grand vision of attracting both, domestic and international investment into Pakistan. The idea was simple yet powerful: bring all key stakeholders, civil, military, and bureaucratic, onto one platform to fast-track investment, cut red tape, and make Pakistan more attractive to investors.

The initiative was both timely and necessary. Pakistan's economy urgently needs new investment and SIFC has the right ingredients to make a meaningful change. Yet, while the council has just focused on facilitating projects, what is needed now is a shift in emphasis, from facilitation to attraction.

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