Why Did the UAE Shelve Plans for Islamabad International Airport Management?

The UAE shelved plans to manage Islamabad International Airport, reportedly failing to name a local partner; Pakistan denies a final deal existed.

Jan 27, 2026•3 min

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Islamabad International AirportUAE AviationPakistan PrivatizationAirport ManagementGeopolitics

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Pakistan's Privatisation Commission Clarifies: Islamabad Airport Lease Was Never Signed.

Pakistan's Privatisation Commission dismissed reports of cancelling the Islamabad International Airport lease, clarifying that no agreement was ever signed, and the process is moving to open bidding.

Jan 25, 2026•2 min

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Pakistan AviationAirport PrivatizationIslamabad International AirportPrivatisation CommissionUAE

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