Foreign companies operating in Pakistan spent Rs. 15.33 billion on corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives during FY2025, supporting more than 44 million people nationwide, according to the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) in its latest CSR Report 2025.
The report shows CSR spending by OICCI member companies increased 10 percent compared to the previous fiscal year.
A significant portion of the funding—Rs. 4.5 billion—was directed toward flood relief and rehabilitation, underscoring the private sector’s role in disaster recovery. Member companies also contributed more than 13 million volunteer hours while working with 270 civil society organizations on community development projects.
Healthcare accounted for the largest share of CSR spending, with Rs. 6.5 billion invested in free and subsidized medical treatment, hospital infrastructure, maternal healthcare, and mental health services. These initiatives benefited more than 19 million people across the country.
Education received Rs. 1 billion, funding scholarships, digital learning programs, vocational training, and improvements to school infrastructure for nearly 900,000 beneficiaries.
Meanwhile, Rs. 645 million was allocated to poverty alleviation initiatives, including income-generation programs, microfinance, and social protection schemes, reaching more than 1.2 million people.
According to the report, CSR activities were carried out across Pakistan, with Sindh and Punjab accounting for nearly half of all projects. Investments also extended to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, expanding support to underserved communities.
Commenting on the findings, OICCI Secretary General M. Abdul Aleem said the report reflects the long-term commitment of foreign investors to Pakistan through investments in healthcare, education, livelihoods, and community development in addition to their business operations.
The report also highlights continued investment in environmental sustainability, with member companies backing initiatives focused on clean energy, water conservation, and responsible resource use in line with Pakistan’s broader environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives.
