Majid Al Futtaim, a prominent player in the realms of shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East and Africa, has embarked on a significant expansion in Pakistan's retail landscape. The inauguration of Carrefour's twelfth store in Phase 11, DHA Rahbar, marks another stride forward. In tandem, the development of Carrefour's eleventh outlet in Phase 7 is well underway, with both stores anticipated to commence operations by the close of 2023. The groundbreaking ceremony saw Umer Lodhi, the Country Manager for Carrefour Pakistan at Majid Al Futtaim Retail, alongside Dr. Younis Al Mullah, the Senior Vice President of Business Development at Majid Al Futtaim, and Colonel Ali Yasir Pirzada, the Director of Joint Venture & Built, Operate, Transfer (JV & BOT) at Defence Housing Authority (DHA), coming together to commemorate the occasion.

In this juncture, Dr. Younis Al Mullah, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Majid Al Futtaim, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "Participating in this strategic advancement in Pakistan is a source of immense satisfaction. The nation holds promising prospects for Carrefour, and our commitment to bolster our presence here remains resolute, as we strive to introduce the finest aspects of Carrefour to this dynamic market." Echoing this sentiment, Umer Lodhi, Country Manager of Carrefour Pakistan at Majid Al Futtaim Retail, emphasized the brand's steadfast dedication despite economic challenges, emphasizing how Carrefour is contributing to Pakistan's economic growth by generating employment opportunities and providing consumers with top-notch products and services. This expansion in Carrefour's retail footprint underscores the brand's focus on convenience and accessibility, signifying a modernized approach to retail and a proactive step towards empowering society as a whole.

With a substantial investment of PKR 11.5 billion in Pakistan's retail sector, Carrefour has ingrained itself as a reliable local collaborator, consistently adding value to both the industry and the Pakistani economy. The groundbreaking ceremonies for two upcoming stores in the last five months are a testament to Carrefour's unwavering commitment to progress and advancement. Shoppers retain the choice to visit any of their ten existing physical locations or avail themselves of the delivery service through the Carrefour Pakistan app, which enhances convenience. This app is available for download from both Google Play Store and Apple's App Store.

Source: Daily Times