ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said Ravi Urban Development project will not only create investment opportunities, but also provide residential facilities of international standard to the people.

He was chairing a meeting on progress in Ravi Urban Development, Central Business District project and shifting of Walton airport in Islamabad today (Thursday).

The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the interest shown by the leading international investment companies in the Ravi city project.

The meeting commended interest of the local and international investors in the Ravi City project. It was told that agreements with leading investment companies from the United Arab Emirates, China, and Turkey have entered the final phase.

The meeting was updated on the progress made so far on the proposed legislation for the protection of environment.

The meeting was briefed on the initial progress on the Central Business District and shifting of Walton Airport as well as legal and administrative aspects of the project.

The Prime Minister directed to remove obstacles by fulfilling all legal formalities, while keeping socio-economic importance of the Central Business District and shifting of Walton Airport project in view.