LAHORE: The Saudi-Pakistan Real Estate Expo concluded in Lahore, bringing together business leaders, developers and investors from both countries to expand cross-border investment and strengthen private-sector partnerships.
Organised by the Saudi-Pakistani Business Council in coordination with relevant authorities in both countries, the three-day event from October 21 to 23 featured 19 Saudi entities and a delegation of around 60 representatives, showcasing property developments and investment opportunities in the Kingdom and Pakistan.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and Saudi-Pakistani Business Council Chairman Prince Mansour bin Mohammed Al Saud attended the exhibition alongside business executives and investors.
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Zardari calls for stronger economic partnerships
During his visit to the expo on Thursday, President Zardari called for transforming Pakistan and Saudi Arabia’s longstanding friendship and strategic partnership into stronger economic cooperation, with greater investment and private-sector engagement.
Zardari appreciated the organisers’ efforts to bring the two countries’ business communities together, saying such initiatives could open new avenues for foreign direct investment and foster long-term economic partnerships.
He also acknowledged Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan during challenging times, describing the relationship as an enduring friendship and strategic partnership.
The president was briefed on participating companies, their projects and potential investment opportunities in Pakistan’s real estate sector.
Saudi developers showcase property opportunities
The exhibition featured pavilions of prominent Saudi real estate and investment companies, including Safa Investment, Knowledge Economic City, Sumou Investment, Al-Majidiya, Ulo Real Estate, Al-Diyar Al-Arabiya, Bin Daood Investment and International Gate Investment.
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#SaudiProperties participated in the Saudi-Pakistan Real Estate Exhibition to showcase promising investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s real estate market and highlight the Foreign Real Estate Ownership Law.
— عقارات السعودية | Saudi Properties (@SaudiProp) October 24, 2026
The participating companies showcased residential, commercial and investment developments, including projects in Makkah and Madinah, while exploring opportunities for investment in Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Ravi Urban Development Authority also presented emerging urban development and investment opportunities in Lahore, highlighting the potential for cooperation between developers and investors from both countries.
The expo provided a platform for direct engagement between property developers, investment groups and prospective partners, with the aim of facilitating business connections and encouraging cross-border capital flows.
Expo targets investors and commercial cooperation
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the exhibition featured 19 Saudi entities and was expected to attract approximately 5,000 visitors, including 1,000 qualified investors.
The event also sought to capitalise on growing interest in Saudi Arabia’s property market and the regulatory frameworks governing foreign ownership of real estate in the Kingdom.
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By bringing Saudi developers and Pakistani investors together, the exhibition aimed to identify potential partnerships and expand commercial engagement beyond traditional areas of bilateral cooperation.
President Zardari Calls for Converting Historic Saudi-Pakistan Ties into Stronger Economic Partnerships
President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Saudi Pakistan Real Estate Expo (SPREX) at Lake City, Lahore, underscoring the importance of strengthening economic cooperation and promoting investment between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Upon arrival, the President was received by Governor of Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and Dr Gohar Ejaz, CEO of Lake City and Member of the Saudi-Pakistan Business Council.
During the visit, the President was briefed on the participating companies and their projects, as well as the investment opportunities being explored in Pakistan’s real estate sector. The Expo features pavilions of prominent Saudi real estate and investment companies, with participation from Prince Mansour bin Mohammed Al Saud, Chairman of the Saudi-Pakistan Business Council, and Abdul Aziz Al-Ashrafi, Vice Chairman of the Council.
The participating Saudi companies include Safa Investment, Knowledge Economic City, Sumou Investment, Al-Majidiya, Ulo Real Estate, Al-Diyar Al-Arabiya, Bin Daood Investment and International Gate Investment. The participating companies are exploring potential investment opportunities in Pakistan, while showcasing projects in Makkah and Madinah to attract Saudi investors and promote greater cross-border investment.
Speaking on the occasion, the President emphasised the importance of translating the longstanding and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia into stronger economic partnerships, increased investment and mutually beneficial business opportunities. He reiterated that Saudi Arabia has always stood firmly alongside Pakistan through difficult times, reflecting the enduring friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries.
The President appreciated the organisers’ efforts to bring Pakistani and Saudi business communities together, observing that such initiatives can help open new avenues for foreign direct investment, encourage private-sector collaboration and foster long-term economic partnerships.
He noted that the participation of prominent Saudi business and investment groups in the Expo reflect growing opportunities for cooperation and can contribute to a new phase of development through investment, enterprise and joint ventures. He also underscored the importance of providing a supportive and investor-friendly environment to facilitate foreign investment in Pakistan.
On the occasion, the new uniforms for Pakistan International Airlines crew were also displayed.
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— The President of Pakistan (@PresOfPakistan) October 22, 2026
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia seek broader investment ties
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have maintained close political, economic and strategic relations for decades, with both countries seeking to expand cooperation across multiple sectors.
In 2024, the two countries signed 34 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) worth $2.8 billion, covering a range of areas of cooperation.
The conclusion of the Lahore expo adds to ongoing efforts to translate longstanding bilateral ties into commercial opportunities, with real estate and urban development emerging as potential areas for deeper private-sector collaboration.
