| Peshawar: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government, in collaboration with the Sustainable Energy and Economic Development (SEED) programme, hosted a successful investment roadshow at a hotel in Islamabad on Monday. The event, which follows similar roadshows in Karachi and Lahore earlier this month, witnessed strong participation from the business and multilateral communities, further strengthening KP’s position as a growing investment hub.
The roadshow highlighted the province’s diverse energy projects and investment opportunities, focusing on KP’s ability to provide affordable, green, and efficient energy solutions for businesses. The event attracted significant interest, with active participation from women entrepreneurs and key representatives from Islamabad’s business circles.
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Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Energy and Power, Tariq Mahmood Khan Sadozai, addressed the challenges and opportunities in Pakistan’s electricity sector. He emphasized the importance of renewable energy as a viable solution to the country’s energy shortfalls and financial instability. “KP holds over 40% of Pakistan’s hydropower potential and is making significant strides in hydropower, solar, and wind energy projects. This positions the province as a leader in the transition to renewable energy,” Sadozai said.
The roadshow also showcased KP’s economic zones, which offer competitively priced industrial plots and significantly lower electricity tariffs compared to other regions. These factors make KP an attractive destination for investors seeking to establish or expand businesses.
Hassan Masood, Vice-Chairman of the KP Board of Investment and Trade (KPBOIT), further elaborated on the province’s potential. “KP is a reservoir of renewable energy, with unmatched opportunities for investors, especially in our economic zones,” Masood said. He highlighted the affordability and competitive advantage that KP offers for industries.
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Niaz Akbar, Investment Lead at SEED, also spoke at the event, emphasizing the immense investment potential of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and its growing role in Pakistan’s energy transition.
The roadshow concluded with a positive response from attendees, further cementing KP’s status as an emerging investment destination with a focus on sustainable energy and economic growth. |
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