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Chakor Ventures Explores FDI in Pakistan for Lahore Project in Strategic Lisbon Meeting

Lisbon, Portugal – January 14, 2026: Muhammad Abbad Khan, CEO of Chakor Ventures, met with José Paulo Marques, President & CEO of OLAE, and Dr. Muhammad Sohail, CEO of SJ Investment, in Lisbon, Portugal. The primary objective of this meeting was to discuss inward FDI opportunities in Pakistan via Chakor Ventures’ upcoming project in Lahore.

The meeting was attended by Muhammad Abbad Khan, CEO of Chakor Ventures; José Paulo Marques, President & CEO of OLAE (Observatório Lusófono de Actividades Económicas); and Dr. Muhammad Sohail, CEO of SJ Investment and an investor and business developer with significant experience in the USA and Europe.

The discussions primarily focused on exploring avenues for inward foreign direct investment FDI in Pakistan through Chakor Ventures’ Lahore Project, which is set to play a pivotal role in enhancing economic opportunities and contributing to the region’s growth. The upcoming Lahore Project aims to provide world-class infrastructure and development solutions, creating new opportunities for local businesses and the broader economy.

Muhammad Abbas Khan, CEO of Chakor Ventures, stated, “We are focused on fostering FDI in Pakistan that not only accelerates development but also creates economic value and sustainable growth for local and global stakeholders.”

Meanwhile, President of OLAE, José Paulo Marques, a leading economist with extensive expertise in international trade and economic policy, emphasised the importance of cross-border investment in emerging markets and its potential to drive economic growth in the region.

Dr. Muhammad Sohail, with his extensive experience as a business developer and investor in international markets, discussed the importance of fostering global partnerships to support large-scale infrastructure projects in emerging economies.

The meeting aligned with Chakor Ventures’ ongoing efforts to explore global partnerships and investment opportunities for its expanding project portfolio, further supporting its mission to deliver world-class infrastructure and development solutions in Pakistan.

For more information about Chakor Ventures and its development initiatives, visit Chakor Ventures.

Citadel 7 glass facade milestone achieved
CategoriesCitadel 7 Press Release

Citadel 7 Achieves Landmark Glass facade Milestone, Redefining High-Rise Architecture in Pakistan

Islamabad, December 22, 2025: A significant construction milestone has been achieved, with Citadel 7’s iconic glass facade now in place. As a result, prices for Citadel 7 units are set to change soon, reflecting the project’s growing value. The achievement marks a transformative moment in Pakistan’s architectural and real estate landscape and positions Citadel 7 as the country’s first 3D glass high-rise corporate tower.

Developed by Chakor Ventures and located in Islamabad’s prestigious Blue Area, Citadel 7 features Pakistan’s most premium and technologically advanced facade to date. The fully imported 3D glass system showcases exceptional precision, innovation, and contemporary design, seamlessly blending aesthetics with advanced engineering.

This development is the result of a landmark collaboration between Gutmann (Germany), a globally renowned glass facade systems manufacturer, and ZKS (Pakistan), a leading facade solutions provider. Their combined expertise has delivered climate-resilient, world-class facade technology tailored to local conditions.

Citadel 7 is also Pakistan’s first 3D glass building with pop-out windows, enhancing natural ventilation, daylight control, and energy efficiency. With LEED-aligned design, thermal insulation, and soundproofing, Citadel 7 stands as a future-forward landmark defining the next era of glass high-rise architecture in Pakistan.