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PROF. DR. AKRAM SHAIKH AND MR. PHILIPP OLIVER GROSS HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES IN SCIENCE AND EDUCATION BETWEEN PAKISTAN AND THE EUROPEAN UNION
Islamabad, Pakistan – February 13, 2024 – Prof. Dr. Akram Shaikh, Chairman of the Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF), recently convened a meeting with Mr. Philipp Oliver GROSS, Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan, to explore avenues of cooperation in scientific research and education between Pakistan and the European Union (EU). During the meeting PSF Senior Officers, Dr. Mirza Habib Ali, Director Research Support/Member Finance, Dr. Saqib Nasir, Director P&D/Project Director-STEM and Miss Zaiban Farooq, Incharge International Linkages were also accompanied the chair.
The meeting, held at the PSF headquarters in Islamabad, focused on key areas of mutual interest and potential collaboration between the PSF and the EU. Among the topics discussed were:
Awareness Seminars for Horizon Europe-2027: Both parties discussed the importance of conducting a series of awareness seminars across federal and provincial capitals in Pakistan to introduce the EU's new Framework Programme, Horizon Europe-2027. These seminars aim to inform Pakistani scientists and researchers about funding opportunities, collaborative initiatives, and the thematic priorities of Horizon Europe-2027.
Collaboration on STEM Education:The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. Both parties emphasized the need to enhance STEM education initiatives, promote scientific literacy, and foster innovation among students and educators in Pakistan. Collaborative projects and exchange programs were identified as effective means to achieve these objectives.
Prof. Dr. Akram Shaikh expressed his appreciation for the EU's continued support for scientific research and education in Pakistan. He emphasized the significance of fostering partnerships with international stakeholders to address global challenges and drive sustainable development.
Mr. Philipp Oliver GROSS commended the PSF's commitment to promoting scientific excellence and innovation in Pakistan. He reiterated the EU's commitment to enhancing cooperation with Pakistan in the fields of science, research, and education.
The meeting concluded with a consensus to further explore opportunities for collaboration and to develop concrete action plans to advance scientific research, technology transfer, and STEM education initiatives in Pakistan.
Prof. Dr. Akram Shaikh, Chairman, Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF), heading a meeting with Mr. Philipp Oliver GROSS, Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan on 13th Feb, 2024 at PSF. Dr. Mirza Habib Ali, Director Research Support/Member Finance, Dr. Saqib Nasir, Director P&D/Project Director-STEM and Miss Zaiban Farooq, Incharge International Linkages are also present.