Jinnah Convention Center: Pakistan’s premier venue for global diplomacy
The complex is equipped with modern interpretation systems, audio-visual infrastructure, and media support facilities
By Ahmad Q.
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (MNTV) — The Jinnah Convention Centre, Pakistan’s largest and most prominent conference facility, was built in 1997 to host the Organization of Islamic Cooperation summit, marking a major step in the country’s effort to create a world-class venue for international diplomacy.
Designed as a multi-purpose complex, the center features a main auditorium with a seating capacity of around 2,200, making it suitable for large-scale summits, plenary sessions, and state functions. In addition to the main hall, the facility includes multiple conference rooms and committee halls, allowing simultaneous meetings, bilateral discussions, and breakout sessions.
The complex is equipped with modern interpretation systems, audio-visual infrastructure, and media support facilities, enabling it to host multilingual international gatherings. Its layout allows for controlled access between different sections, a feature often required for high-level diplomatic engagements.
The convention center also offers extensive office spaces, VIP lounges, and protocol areas, designed to accommodate delegations, technical teams, and support staff under one roof. Supporting infrastructure includes parking space for more than 1,000 vehicles, along with service areas for logistics and event management.
Named after Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the venue carries strong symbolic value and is often chosen for events of national and international significance.
Over the years, it has hosted major regional summits, government ceremonies, and academic convocations, cementing its role as Pakistan’s principal platform for high-level dialogue and international engagement.
Former Pakistani Ambassador to the United States Masood Khan told MNTV India wanted to isolate Pakistan. “Look at this hall. The world has gathered here. Pakistan is a serious middle-power now and we are very well situated in the emerging multipolar world. The world sees us not as an epicenter of terrorism, but as a mediator that has healthy ties with all parties.”
A diplomat from Ministry of Foreign Affairs said: “We are gathered here and this reflects the trust of the world in Pakistan. There was a lot of trust deficit between Iran and the US. They were very skeptical of talking to each other directly. We were able to at least get them in the room, to talk, to break the ice. We will continue our positive facilitation.”
Edited by Mushfiq Ahmad
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