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Vision

Connecting nations, advancing knowledge, and inspiring innovation for a shared China–Pakistan and global future.

Mission

The Pakistan Institute of China Studies is committed to strengthening China-Pakistan friendship while contributing to meaningful global dialogue and mutual understanding. Through education, research, and collaboration, we bridge cultures and catalyze innovation to address shared global challenges. Anchored in the vision of inclusive development, cultural harmony, and cooperative governance, we strive to advance knowledge, foster creativity, and inspire mutual learning among civilizations.

Overview

Established in 2018, the Pakistan Institute of China Studies has evolved into a dynamic platform committed to strengthening China-Pakistan friendship while actively engaging with global discourses, cooperation, and development. The Institute is guided by the belief that education, research, and collaboration serve as catalysts for transformation, unlocking new opportunities for shared growth and mutual prosperity. It brings together students, scholars, researchers, and professionals to examine the many dimensions of China’s history, culture, economy, and policies, while also assessing their implications for Pakistan, the region, and the wider international community.

The Institute operates at the intersection of academia, policy, and cultural exchange, by not only strengthening bilateral understanding but also contributing to wider global conversations on peace, sustainable development, cultural coexistence, and cooperative governance. Guided by its vision of connecting nations, advancing knowledge, and inspiring innovation, the Pakistan Institute of China Studies cultivates an environment where ideas flourish, partnerships thrive, and civilizations learn from one another. It serves as a nexus for ideas and partnerships, cultivating mutual trust and shaping pathways for a global community with shared future.

News & Updates

The campus remains abuzz with literary and scholarly events to keep our energetic youth engaged in debates and discussion stimulating critical thinking.

Gleanings From The National Press

For better understanding on China-Pakistan and CPEC, fortnightly gleanings from the National Press started in January 2019. The fortnightly publication covers mainstream print media in Pakistan on China, Pak-China relations and CPEC to facilitate scholars, academics, intelligentsia, students, researchers and opinion-makers.

WHAT WE DO

Advancing Pakistan–China cooperation through research, education, cultural exchange, innovation, and global engagement.

Research &
Policy Engagement

“Illuminating Insights, Shaping Global Conversations”

  • Policy briefs and dialogues on CPEC, regional connectivity, and global governance
  • Collaborative research publications and working papers on China–Pakistan relations
  • High-level roundtables with think tanks, embassies, and policymakers

Education &
Capacity Building

“Empowering Minds, Forging a World of Possibilities”

  • Comprehensive Chinese language and HSK training programs
  • Professional certificate courses on China’s economy, governance, and business culture
  • Faculty development workshops and specialized academic training

Cultural Exchange &
Civilizational Dialogue

“Uniting Cultures, Inspiring Shared Understanding”

  • Annual Chinese New Year celebrations and cultural festivals
  • Art exhibitions, film screenings, and cultural salons
  • Fellowship briefings and exchange programs

Innovation &
Industry Partnerships

“Transforming Collaboration into Global Impact”

  • Industry collaborations on digital transformation, renewable energy, and agri-tech
  • Sectoral roundtables linking academia, business, and government
  • Internship and corporate training programs

Youth Development &
Leadership

“Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders for a Shared World”

  • Student leadership academy and mentorship initiatives
  • Exchange opportunities and study tours in China
  • Grants and fellowships supporting youth-led research and innovation

Global Partnerships &
Institutional Linkages

“Bridging Institutions, Expanding Global Horizons”

  • MoUs and joint programs with leading Chinese universities and research centers
  • Hosting international conferences and collaborative teaching exchanges
  • Participation in global consortia and multilateral dialogues

Knowledge Sharing &
Public Outreach

“Turning Knowledge into Action for a Harmonious World”

  • Annual reports, policy briefs, and thematic publications
  • Public lecture series and media engagement
  • Digital platforms for open access to research and resources

Staff Members

Our resourceful staff members, devoted to enrich the institutional heritage of quality education, thus, creating a substantial academic experience for the students.

Our Services

Implementing a long conceived idea of setting a bilingual platform for the people of China and Pakistan to expedite mutual interest.

Facilitating Learning

Facilitating learning of Chinese language through specially designed programs suitable for local standards and environment

Convening Cultural Activities

Convening cultural activities with an aim to introduce traditional Chinese culture and the contemporary Chinese society.

Conducting Research

Conducting research, holding conferences, seminars, workshops, lectures and other academic activities related to China studies.

Establishing Interest-Based Connectivity

Establishing interest-based connectivity of Sargodha University with Chinese universities, thinktanks and other stakeholders in CPEC.

Connecting Academic Activities

Connecting academic activities with local community and economic stakeholders.

Experience living without limits

Open Gallery

Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan

Director

Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the Business School at Sun Yat-sen University, China, and brings two decades of distinguished academic and administrative leadership to the Pakistan Institute of China Studies, University of Sargodha (UoS). In addition to his PICS-UoS role, Prof. Awan also serves as Host Director of the Confucius Institute at University of Sargodha. He also serves as Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Business Studies, University of the Witwatersrand (South Africa), Senior Research Fellow at the Center of Ethnology and Anthropology, Hunan Normal University (China), and Researcher at the World Sinology Center, Beijing Language and Culture University (China). In addition to his roles in UoS, Prof. Awan acts as a UNDP National Expert (Pakistan) under the Cross-Cutting Practices National Experts Program. His scholarship is marked by prolific output: he has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, edited several volumes, and contributed chapters on topics such as marketing in emerging economies, Belt and Road & CPEC dynamics, big data, digital transformation, and China’s role in global governance. Deeply committed to education, research, and cross-cultural exchange, Prof. Awan is a mentor to students and young scholars engaging in China studies, language initiatives, and bilateral partnership projects.

CONTACT DETAILS

Address: Ground Floor, New Academic Block

Phone: 048- 9230849

Email: [email protected]