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Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan, Director of the Pakistan Institute of China Studies and Host Director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Sargodha, participated in the prestigious Director’s Dialogue Series organized by the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad.
The event centered on the theme of China’s Investment in Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan.
The session convened prominent scholars, experts, and policymakers to deliberate on the evolving landscape of digital cooperation between China and Pakistan, particularly under the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan delivered insightful Lecture on the transformative potential of Chinese investments in Pakistan’s IT and AI sectors. He underscored the pivotal role of these technologies in enhancing Pakistan’s digital infrastructure, fostering innovation, and driving the development of a robust knowledge-based economy.
Director PICS also emphasized the responsibility of academic institutions in supporting research, capacity building, and evidence-based policymaking in emerging technological domains. He highlighted the proactive initiatives of the Pakistan Institute of China Studies aimed at promoting academic collaboration, joint research projects, and intellectual dialogue between the two nations.
He reaffirmed that such engagements are crucial for unlocking the full potential of digital cooperation and sustaining long-term regional development. His remarks reflected the Institute’s enduring commitment to regional connectivity, technological advancement, and academic excellence in alignment with the broader objectives of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan’s participation further cements the University of Sargodha’s role as a key academic partner in advancing strategic China-Pakistan relations through knowledge exchange and innovation-led cooperation.