Islamabad, Mar 12 2025: Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, held a significant meeting with a high-level delegation from the Chinese Embassy at CDA Headquarters on Wednesday.
Focusing on strengthening collaboration in digital infrastructure, tourism, and recreational projects. The Chinese delegation, led by Minister Counselor Mr. Yang Guangyuan, included Second Secretary Mr. Xie Yang and Attache Mr. Yang Depang.
During the discussions, CDA Chairman Ali Randhawa warmly welcomed the delegation and outlined the CDA’s ongoing initiatives to transform Islamabad into a modern and vibrant metropolis.
Acknowledging these efforts, the Chinese officials praised CDA’s urban development strategies and infrastructure advancements under Randhawa’s leadership.
He emphasized the strong potential for Chinese investment in Islamabad, particularly in the digital economy and IT sectors.
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Highlighting the importance of technological progress, Chairman Randhawa stated, “The digital economy and IT are the bright future of Pakistan, and we seek to benefit from China’s expertise in big data and digitization.”
The Chinese delegation expressed keen interest in investing in Tier-4 data centers in Pakistan, which would significantly boost the country’s digital infrastructure. Chairman Randhawa revealed that CDA is currently assessing optimal locations for these data hubs.
Reinforcing Islamabad’s potential as a regional center for big data solutions. He assured the delegation that China’s technical expertise in data center development would be fully leveraged to establish a robust digital ecosystem in the capital city.
Beyond digital advancements, the meeting also delved into tourism and hospitality sector opportunities. CDA Chairman Ali Randhawa highlighted Islamabad’s immense tourism potential, citing its natural beauty and strategic importance.
The Chinese delegation appreciated CDA’s efforts to enhance recreational facilities, particularly projects like the electric cable car, Islamabad Eye Ferris Wheel, theme park, and zipline in F-9 Park.
These development initiatives are expected to boost tourism and provide world-class leisure experiences for both residents and visitors.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deeper collaboration, with the Chinese delegation expressing confidence in Islamabad’s development trajectory and pledging support for CDA’s vision of a modern, sustainable, and technologically advanced city.
The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both parties agreeing to strengthen mutual cooperation across various sectors, paving the way for a stronger Pakistan-China partnership in digital and tourism development.
