ISLAMABAD – China has emerged as the largest foreign investor in Pakistan for April 2025, contributing $26.76 million in net direct investment, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
Following China, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong secured the second and third spots, investing $23.38 million and $21.36 million, respectively.
During the first 10 months of FY25, China remained the top investor, injecting $711.28 million, followed by the UK ($209.65 million) and Hong Kong ($197.24 million). China’s investment surged by 38.86% year-on-year, reinforcing its dominant role in Pakistan’s economic landscape.
Other key investors included Switzerland ($162.37 million), UAE ($101.62 million), and various other countries ($127.73 million).
Despite the rise in foreign direct investment (FDI), foreign portfolio investment (FPI) recorded a negative $233.17 million in April, with a cumulative divestment of $575.52 million over 10 months. The United States led portfolio investments, contributing $102.76 million during the period.
Pakistan’s total foreign investment in April stood at $92.41 million, while cumulative foreign investment for 10MFY25 reached $1.21 billion, reflecting steady economic engagement despite global uncertainties.
