ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has recorded a significant improvement in foreign investor confidence, with a majority of leading international firms now viewing the country as a viable destination for long-term investment, according to the latest Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) Perception and Investment Survey 2025.
The biennial survey, released on Tuesday, found that 73 per cent of OICCI members — representing over 200 major foreign investors — consider Pakistan a suitable destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), up from 61pc in 2023. The findings reflect growing optimism about macroeconomic stability, a sharp decline in inflation from 37pc in mid-2023 to 4pc by mid-2025, and a more stable exchange rate.
The OICCI Perception and Investment Survey 2025 shows that 73 percent of OICCI members recommend Pakistan as a viable destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), a notable rise from 61 percent in 2023. This shift reflects improved macroeconomic stability, reduced inflation,… pic.twitter.com/ffUDORQPfq
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The survey also noted that Pakistan’s investment appeal has improved relative to several regional peers, including Bangladesh, Vietnam and the Philippines. It found that 35pc of parent companies now prioritise Pakistan for new investments, compared to 24pc two years earlier.
OICCI President Yousaf Hussain said the shift in sentiment indicates that policy coordination and economic reforms are beginning to yield results. “Initiatives such as the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) have provided a structured mechanism for investor facilitation and inter-governmental alignment,” he said, adding that sustained reforms in taxation and regulation would be essential to maintaining the momentum.
The report also observed that investor risk perception had improved from “high” to “medium” due to better fiscal management. However, challenges persist, including high energy costs, delays in tax refunds, and weak federal–provincial coordination. Over half of respondents said commercial disputes still take more than five years to resolve.
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While investor outlook on Pakistan’s economy has improved, the survey stressed the need to strengthen the digital economy, diversify industrial capacity beyond IT, and enhance Pakistan’s global image to attract sustained FDI inflows.
The OICCI recommended consistent policies, an expanded tax base, and stronger intellectual property protections as key steps to consolidate investor confidence and build long-term economic resilience.
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