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KARACHI, July 1, 2026: Member companies of the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) invested Rs15.33 billion in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives during FY2025, benefiting more than 44 million people across Pakistan, according to the OICCI CSR Report 2025 released on Tuesday.
The report shows that CSR spending increased by 10 percent compared to the previous year. Notably, OICCI members allocated Rs4.5 billion for flood relief and rehabilitation, demonstrating the private sector’s rapid response to national emergencies.
In addition, member companies contributed more than 13 million man-hours to social development projects while working with 270 civil society organizations across the country.
Most CSR investments aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Healthcare received the largest share, accounting for over 60 percent of non-flood-relief spending. Companies invested Rs6.5 billion in free and subsidized healthcare, hospital infrastructure, maternal care, and mental health programs, benefiting over 19 million people.
Meanwhile, OICCI members invested Rs1 billion in education, supporting nearly 900,000 beneficiaries through scholarships, digital learning, vocational training, and school infrastructure projects. They also spent Rs645 million on poverty alleviation programs, including income generation, microfinance, and social protection initiatives, benefiting more than 1.2 million people.
Furthermore, CSR activities reached all provinces and regions. Sindh and Punjab accounted for nearly half of the initiatives, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (17%), Balochistan (13%), Gilgit-Baltistan (12%), and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (10%) also received significant support.
Commenting on the report, OICCI Secretary General M. Abdul Aleem said member companies remain committed to investing in the communities where they operate. He added that, through partnerships with 270 social sector organizations, OICCI members continue to improve healthcare, education, and livelihoods while supporting Pakistan’s inclusive and sustainable development.
Speaking at the launch ceremony, UNDP Pakistan Resident Representative Dr. Samuel Rizk praised OICCI members for aligning their CSR investments with the Sustainable Development Goals. He said private-sector support for health, education, and poverty reduction plays a vital role in Pakistan’s long-term development.
The report also highlights OICCI members’ growing focus on climate action and sustainability. Companies expanded investments in clean energy, water conservation, and responsible consumption to support Pakistan’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
