Islamabad is set to receive a new international-standard shopping mall as part of plans to upgrade the capital’s commercial and hospitality infrastructure. The government has approved the development of the mall in a building adjacent to One Constitution Avenue.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced the development during a meeting reviewing Islamabad’s hospitality sector. The meeting focused on improving facilities and preparing the capital to welcome international delegates and visitors ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
One Constitution Avenue To Undergo Major Transformation
The government also plans to transform One Constitution Avenue into an international-standard hotel through collaboration with an international hotel chain. Officials are currently preparing a comprehensive development plan to ensure the project meets international hospitality standards.
Moreover, Naqvi directed the relevant authorities to ensure construction work begins on January 1, 2027. The project aims to strengthen Islamabad’s accommodation facilities while introducing modern commercial and hospitality services.
Government Plans Wider Hospitality Upgrades
The meeting also reviewed measures to complete all under-construction hotels in Islamabad before the SCO Summit. Additionally, the minister directed officials to renovate existing hotels and improve their facilities to meet international standards.
Naqvi also called for stronger cooperation between local hotel owners and international hotel chains. He emphasised the need to resolve hotel owners’ concerns and improve service quality across the hospitality sector.
Furthermore, the government plans to introduce specialised training courses in collaboration with relevant institutions. These programmes will prepare skilled workers to meet the growing requirements of the hospitality industry.
Officials also reviewed renovation plans for the Convention Centre and the construction of a new hall. These developments form part of broader efforts to strengthen Islamabad’s infrastructure and improve its capacity to host international events.
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