Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, has welcomed CapitaLand Investment (CLI). CLI, a leading global real asset manager with an integrated suite of investment and operating capabilities across the real estate value chain, is expanding into the Gulfโs fast-growing investment market with the establishment of its new office in DIFC.
Headquartered and listed in Singapore, CLI operates in more than 270 cities across 45 countries. The new office in Dubai reinforces CLIโs strategy to serve institutional partners and capture opportunities in high-growth markets where it sees long-term potential. It also builds on nearly two decades of regional operational experience through its lodging arm, The Ascott Limited.
Salmaan Jaffery, Chief Business Development Officer at DIFC Authority, commented: โWe are pleased to welcome CapitaLand Investment as it establishes its Dubai office to serve institutional partners in the UAE and the wider Gulf. With its global footprint and deep capabilities across multiple real asset classes, CLI is well positioned to leverage DIFCโs platform as it expands into the regionโs fast-growing investment and real estate market.โ
John Woo, Senior Executive Officer, CapitaLand (DIFC) Limited, said: โCLIโs presence in DIFC marks a strategic step in our expansion in the Gulf region and broadens our global network of institutional and accredited investors. DIFCโs strong governance and robust regulatory framework align with our commitment to building trusted, long-term partnerships. We look forward to leveraging our integrated investment and operational capabilities to connect investors with quality real assets and deliver enduring value.โ
The new DIFC office will see CLI provide investment advisory services to clients in the UAE, drawing on its extensive global experience across diverse asset classes, including logistics and industrial, lodging and living, office, and data centres. The expansion reflects CLIโs continued commitment to delivering high-quality returns and sustainable growth for its capital partners.
