China was the top source of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Pakistan in March 2025, with net inflows of $22.74 million, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
The United Kingdom followed with $19.26 million, while Switzerland ranked third with $15.74 million.
In the nine months of the current fiscal year (July to March), China maintained its position as the largest foreign investor, contributing $684.52 million in net FDI. This was followed by the UK at $186.27 million and Hong Kong at $175.89 million.
Overall, net FDI in the nine-month period (9MFY25) reached $1.64 billion — an increase of 14 per cent compared to $1.44 billion recorded in the same period last year.
China accounted for the largest share of foreign investment during the period, making up 41.63 per cent of total FDI. Its investment more than doubled from $330.32 million in the same period of the previous year — a year-on-year increase of 107.23 per cent.
The UK contributed 11.33 per cent of total FDI with $186.27 million, reflecting a modest year-on-year growth of 4.08 per cent from $178.97 million. Hong Kong held a 10.7 per cent share, with its investment rising 14.34 per cent from $153.86 million last year.
Other significant contributors included Switzerland ($146.89 million), investors categorised as ‘Others’ ($114.98 million), and the UAE ($88.46 million).
