Islamabad: A Chinese delegation met with Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, at CDA headquarters on Wednesday to discuss collaboration on the revision of Islamabad’s Master Plan. The meeting focused on incorporating sustainable urban development and eco-friendly practices into the city’s growth strategy.

According to Zameen.Com, Chairman Randhawa emphasized Islamabad’s ambition to become a model of environmental sustainability and efficient urban planning. He expressed enthusiasm for leveraging China’s advanced expertise in areas such as green infrastructure, environmental management, and carbon reduction techniques.

A central theme of the meeting was the role of Chinese insights in transforming Islamabad’s urban landscape through sustainable revisions to the city’s Master Plan. This plan aims to align the capital’s future development with global environmental standards, ensuring a green and livable city for its residents.

The Chinese delegation responded positively, expressing keen interest in supporting Islamabad’s commitment to a sustainable urban future. They shared insights on successful green initiatives implemented in China, including eco-friendly urban designs and low-carbon development strategies, which could be adapted to Islamabad’s unique requirements.

Investment opportunities within Islamabad’s urban planning and infrastructure sectors were also on the agenda. Chairman Randhawa encouraged Chinese businesses to engage in the capital’s development efforts, emphasizing CDA’s dedication to facilitating foreign partnerships that yield long-term benefits for Islamabad.

The meeting concluded with expressions of mutual support, as both sides committed to exploring further joint projects that align with Islamabad’s objective of becoming an environmentally conscious and sustainable city.