Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has welcomed CapitaLand Investment (CLI) as it establishes a new office in the city.

CLI, a global real asset manager headquartered in Singapore, operates across more than 270 cities in 45 countries and provides investment and operational services across the real estate value chain.

The Dubai office forms part of CLI’s strategy to serve institutional partners and pursue opportunities in high-growth markets, building on nearly two decades of regional experience through its lodging arm, The Ascott.

Salmaan Jaffery, Chief Business Development Officer at DIFC Authority, said:

“With its global footprint and deep capabilities across multiple real asset classes, CLI is well positioned to leverage DIFC’s platform as it expands into the region’s fast‑growing investment and real estate market.”

John Woo, Senior Executive Officer at CapitaLand (DIFC) Limited, added:

“CLI’s presence in DIFC marks a strategic step in our expansion in the Gulf region and broadens our global network of institutional and accredited investors. DIFC’s strong governance and robust regulatory framework align with our commitment to building trusted, long-term partnerships.”

The DIFC office will offer investment advisory services across asset classes including logistics and industrial, lodging and living, office, and data centres.

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