Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan expressed his interest
in the expansion of Pakistan’s housing sector. While talking to the federal secretary
of housing and works, Iftekhar Ali Shallwani he said that Pakistan’s housing
sector is expanding rapidly and that investment in the housing sector would
also bring innovation in construction technology. In regards to the innovation
in construction technology, he stated that Chinese companies will also invest
in technology sharing and expertise. Secretary also invited the envoy to join
the first international housing expo 2022 event which is happening in November
this year.
Pakistan has initiated one of the largest house development initiatives aiming to provide inexpensive and decent housing for the low-income population. Mera Pakistan Mera Ghar and Naya Pakistan Housing Project (NPHP) both programs aim to enhance the country’s mortgage facilities by providing loans for up to 20 years.