Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Ms Wajiha Qamar represented Pakistan at the 5th Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Educational Institute, held virtually, and presented Pakistan’s national statement, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening regional educational cooperation, academic partnerships and human capital development.
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to regional educational cooperation, innovation and youth development at ECO meeting
ISLAMABAD, Nov 10 (APP): Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Ms Wajiha Qamar represented Pakistan at the 5th Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Educational Institute, held virtually, and presented Pakistan’s national statement, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening regional educational cooperation, academic partnerships and human capital development.
Addressing the meeting, the Minister of State said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, the Government of Pakistan was pursuing comprehensive educational reforms aimed at improving access to quality education, addressing the challenge of out-of-school children, strengthening higher education and promoting technical and vocational training.
She emphasized that education, innovation and emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and digital learning, were essential for sustainable development and economic prosperity across the ECO region.
“Education remains the foundation of regional connectivity, shared prosperity and sustainable development. Pakistan is committed to strengthening educational partnerships that create meaningful opportunities for our youth,” she said.
Ms Wajiha Qamar called for enhanced cooperation among ECO member states through student and faculty exchanges, joint research initiatives, institutional partnerships and knowledge-sharing.
Referring to the ECO Educational Institute’s proposed Work Programme for 2027–2029, she stressed the importance of practical, result-oriented initiatives to promote academic excellence, skills development and regional integration.
The Minister of State appreciated the Government of Türkiye, the ECO Secretariat and the ECO Educational Institute for their continued efforts to advance regional educational cooperation.
She reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to working closely with ECO member states to promote inclusive education, innovation, youth empowerment and sustainable regional development.
