The implementation of a large-scale investment project involving a Pakistani company has started in the city of Khiva. A modern settlement is planned for construction on a specially designated and expanding area of the city, which will include residential complexes, new social infrastructure, and modern transport facilities.
The practical phase of creating the 'smart' city in Khiva began thanks to the Pakistani construction and infrastructure firm Habib Rafiq Engineering. The concept of this project was discussed over several years with the assistance of the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Pakistan and representatives of the Khorezm Region Hokimiyat.
Representatives of the company repeatedly visited the region to study the proposed sites for construction. After inspecting the sites, the parties signed a memorandum of cooperation, followed by a memorandum of understanding between the Khorezm Region Hokimiyat and the company.
This project involves expanding the boundaries of Khiva and forming an entirely new urban quarter. The development of this area will be carried out using current methods in urban planning and ensuring the urban environment.
Construction work will proceed in stages. Within the new district, the construction of residential buildings, as well as social and commercial infrastructure facilities, road paving, engineering and utility networks, and other elements ensuring the convenience of residents' living will be planned.
Habib Rafiq Engineering intends to apply its accumulated experience gained during the construction of significant urban and infrastructure objects in Pakistan. It is worth noting that the first railway connecting the airport with the city was previously built in Khorezm.