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Desplomatic
Correspondent: In a significant step toward strengthening bilateral engagement, Imran Haider, the High Commissioner, called on Dr. A N M Ehsanul Hoque Milon, Honourable
Minister of Education, on Monday and congratulated him on assuming office.During the meeting, both sides held detailed
discussions on enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors, with a particular
focus on education and advanced technology. The exchange highlighted the
growing importance of academic collaboration in fostering innovation and mutual
development between the two countries.The High Commissioner briefed the Minister on
key initiatives, including the Pakistan–Bangladesh Knowledge Corridor and the Pakistan Technical Assistance Programme (PTAP).
These programs offer scholarship opportunities for Bangladeshi students to
pursue higher education in specialized fields such as medicine, pharmacy,
engineering, biotechnology, business administration, artificial intelligence,
computer science, arts, and fashion design at leading institutions in Pakistan.Both parties expressed optimism about
expanding academic linkages and agreed to promote greater collaboration through
student exchanges, professional training programs, and sports initiatives. The
meeting underscored a shared commitment to deepening people-to-people
connections and building long-term partnerships in knowledge and skills
development.
Officials
noted that such initiatives could play a pivotal role in empowering youth and
strengthening regional cooperation in the years ahead.