Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, Ms. Wajiha Qamar, met Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, at the Embassy of Kazakhstan. The meeting focused on avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation in the education sector.
Key Areas of Collaboration
Both sides exchanged views on strengthening educational ties between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. Particular emphasis was placed on technical and vocational education, skill development initiatives, scholarship opportunities, and the exchange of a skilled workforce.
Importance of Higher Education and Research
Wajiha Qamar underscored the importance of expanding collaboration in higher education, research, and professional training programs. Such partnerships are vital to equip youth with modern skills and improve employment prospects.
She highlighted the Government of Pakistan’s commitment to promoting international partnerships aimed at enhancing educational standards and creating new opportunities for students and professionals.
Kazakhstan’s Interest in Cooperation
Ambassador Yerzhan Kistafin reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s interest in deepening cooperation with Pakistan in education and human resource development. He expressed willingness to explore joint initiatives, including scholarship programs, technical training exchanges, and capacity-building opportunities for students and skilled workers from both countries.
Institutional Linkages and Future Steps
The meeting also discussed mechanisms for facilitating institutional linkages between educational organizations of the two countries. Promoting mutual learning through academic and professional exchanges was a key point of discussion.
Present at the meeting were Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan Education Endowment Fund (PEEF), Syeda Hajra Suhail, Secretary PEEF, Murad Shuaib, and Principal Staff Officer to the Minister of State, Syed Bilal Ahmad.
Both sides agreed to continue engagement and work closely towards translating the discussed initiatives into practical cooperation for the mutual benefit of Pakistan and Kazakhstan.
