Islamabad has climbed to 116th place in the latest IMD Smart City Index 2025, surpassing iconic cities like Rome, Athens, and Manila.
Dubai claimed the 4th position in the rankings, establishing itself as a smart city in the Middle East with high-tech integration.
The IMD Smart City Index evaluates cities based on infrastructure, technology, health, safety, mobility, and governance, considering data and citizens' opinions.
Islamabad's progress includes smart traffic signals, digitized land records, expanded broadband access, and advancements in e-governance platforms.