SIFC Facilitates Progress on Sapphire Soda Ash Production Project

ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has facilitated significant progress on the Sapphire Soda Ash Production Project, including allocation of 2.7 cusecs of water from Mohajir Canal in Khushab to support the project’s operational requirements.

An official statement issued on Wednesday described the development as a significant milestone for Pakistan’s chemicals and manufacturing sector, with the project expected to strengthen domestic soda ash production — a vital raw material widely used in industries such as glass, detergents, textiles and chemicals.

The statement said local production of soda ash would help strengthen the country’s industrial base, reduce reliance on imports, improve supply chain stability and promote a more competitive industrial economy.

The project is also expected to enhance domestic industrial capacity, generate employment opportunities and contribute positively to economic growth and industrial development. The latest progress reflects SIFC’s continued role in facilitating strategic industrial initiatives and promoting investment-led economic development in the country.