Day: June 8, 2023

Lahore, June 08, 2023 (PPI-OT): We’re happy to share with you that new training content on IoT Essentials for the Higher Education Workforce is now available.

To help you prepare for such a training, we will be hosting a pre-session live session on June 9th at 1:00 – 2:00 (Pakistan Time).

You will get a chance to meet the instructors and other participants who are interested in this content. Please register via this link or scan the QR code on the poster attached.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsdeGgpz4vGNxO5kM56amy1z5WBNYpgWTp

Meeting ID: 881 2889 5528

We look forward to seeing you then!

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Public Relations Officer,

University of Engineering and Technology (UET)

G.T. Road, Lahore – 54890, Pakistan

Tel: +92-42-99250274, +92-42-99029358

Cell: +92-321-9467302

Email: tanveerqasim@yahoo.com

Website: www.uet.edu.pk

Islamabad, June 08, 2023 (PPI-OT): The African Missions in Pakistan, in collaboration with the Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies (ISSI), organized a Round Table Discussion on African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The Speakers included: Dean of African Group/Ambassador of Morocco, H.E. Mohammad Karmoune; Additional Secretary (Africa) MoFA, Mr. Javed Ahmad Umerani; H.E. Wankele Mene, Secretary General of African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) in Accra, Ghana (through Zoom); Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood; Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG ISSI; and Director CAMEA, Ms. Amina Khan.

The Heads of African Missions in Pakistan and Heads of Pakistan Missions in Africa also spoke on the occasion. Senior Officers from the Foreign Office and Ministry of Commerce, academics, area specialists, and members of the business community and students participated in the event.

In his keynote address, Ambassador Mohammed Karmoune, said that Africa has a significant role to play in driving inclusive growth and sustainable development globally. AfCFTA is the common will of the 54 African countries to build a common market for goods and services, unlock the potential for the development of the Continent, and increase the inter-state trade among African countries. He stressed that the main objective of AfCFTA is the Continent’s economic integration and development. While talking about Pakistan, he said that business communities from Africa and Pakistan can collaborate in order to benefit from numerous opportunities in the Continent. The implementation of the AfCFTA will undoubtedly unveil an excellent potential for further growth in Pakistan-Africa trade and economic relations.

Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, in his welcome remarks, stated that for several years now, Pakistan’s engagement with Africa continues to grow steadily. In this regard, the “Engage Africa” policy being pursued by Pakistan seeks to expand its diplomatic footprint in Africa and forge a robust economic partnership with the Continent. The Ministry of Commerce’s “Look Africa” initiative has been instrumental in the convening of three Trade and Investment Conferences in key economic centers in Africa and has led to an increase in two-way trade. He added that as the process of integration and economic development accelerates in Africa, there are vast opportunities to be tapped for both African nations and their international partners including Paksitan. The most crucial requirement is to make sure that the business communities and potential investors on both sides are fully aware and cognizant of the opportunities being opened up by AfCFTA. In this regard, a continuous flow of information and dynamic interface among all key stakeholders in Pakistan and Africa remain indispensable, he said.

Director CAMEA Amina Khan, while giving her views, said that AfCFTA represents significant growth potential for the African economy, as it establishes a structure for fostering regional economic integration, growth, and progress throughout the Continent. The agreement has the potential to offer Pakistan fresh avenues to enhance its trade and investment connections with African nations, thus generating business and reinforcing economic relations. Amidst the extensive discussions and discourse surrounding the untapped trade potential between Pakistan and Africa, today’s primary objective is to investigate and explore economic prospects and identify areas of collaboration between Pakistan and Africa.

Mr. Javed Ahmad Umrani, Additional Secretary (Africa) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underlined how AfCFTA represents a historic milestone, uniting the African nations under a single market, and creating a platform for economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development. He added that Pakistan reaffirms its unwavering support for the objectives and aspirations of the AfCFTA and recognizes the immense potential that lies in deepening our economic engagement and forging stronger trade links with our African partners. He re-stated Pakistan’s commitment to the AfCFTA’s objectives, efforts to overcome the challenges, and work in tandem with its African partners.

While expressing his views H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary General AfCFTA Secretariat, stated that AfCFTA is an incredible tool for the implementation of the vision of an integrated Africa as articulated by the founding fathers of the Organization of African Unity (OAU). He went on to say that since the inception of the AfCFTA, significant progress has been made as forty-seven countries have ratified their agreements establishing the AfCFTA and implementation is in full swing. An interactive discussion followed, where representatives from the African Missions based in Pakistan and representatives from the Pakistani Missions based in Africa highlighted the importance of AfCFTA and Pakistan’s closer economic ties with Africa. They also provided updates as well as suggestions on growing trade, economic and investment ties, and people-to-people exchanges.

During his vote of thanks, Ambassador of Mauritius H.E. Rashidally Sobadar said that Africa holds a substantial reservoir of young people, possessing about 30 percent of the world’s mineral resources and agricultural land which offers a lot of opportunities for Pakistan. To genuinely transform Africa, investment through the AfCFTA is imperative as it facilitates the free movement of goods and people. He opined that by uniting efforts towards upholding the rule of law and establishing a robust financial sector, Africa is poised for a bright future, fostering prosperity.

In his concluding remarks, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG ISSI highlighted the need to understand how Pakistan can benefit from the opportunities emerging through AfCFTA and stressed the importance of Pakistan’s deeper engagement with the African Continent through its ‘Engage Africa’ Policy. The event was part of the commemoration of Africa Day 2023 in Pakistan as well as continuous efforts to realize the full potential of Pakistan-Africa economic relations in the context of pivot to geo-economics as well.

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Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)

Sector F-5/2, Islamabad – 44000, Pakistan

Tel: +92-51-9202481

Fax: +92-51-9204658

E-mail: strategy@issi.org.pk

Website: http://issi.org.pk/

Karachi, June 08, 2023 (PPI-OT): Professor Sudhir Vinayak, Chair of the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging at the Medical College, East Africa has been appointed as the President of the World Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (WFUMB) for a period of two years. The mission of WFUMB is to bring sustainable ultrasound programmes to underserved areas of the world to improve global healthcare through collaboration, communication, and education.

The President is elected once all the Federations (representing continents) have nominated their respective candidates. Professor Vinayak was nominated by the Mediterranean and African Society of Ultrasound (MASU), where he currently serves as the President. He was elected unopposed as other Federations did not submit candidates.

“It’s a great honour and pleasure to be appointed as the President of WFUMB having served as a member of its various committees for over 20 years and served on the Executive Board for 10 years. As the incoming President, my objective is to bring sustainable imaging and ultrasound programmes to the underserved areas of the world, especially in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. During my tenure, I will endeavour to take WFUMB to new heights and build great partnerships with AKU,” said Professor Vinayak.

Professor Vinayak has published numerous scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals as well as domestic scientific papers. He has written chapters for radiology textbooks and serves on various editorial boards. He has also delivered invited lectures in his area of expertise to international audiences. Professor Vinayak is currently the President-Elect of the International Society of Radiology (ISR). He has also served in various capacities as the past President, Kenya Association of Radiologists (KAR), past President, Kenya Society for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (KESUMB) and immediate past President, African Society of Radiology (ASR).

His research focus is on the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), thyroid and breast imaging. He also has a keen interest in obstetric imaging. Professor Vinayak has written numerous international guidelines on the use of ultrasound. He is also a Consultant Radiologist at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.

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Media Executive

Department of Public Affairs

Aga Khan University (AKU)

Stadium Road, Karachi

Tel: +92-21-34930051

Fax: +92-21-34934294, +92-21-34932095

Cell: +92-301-8258028

Email: rasool.sarang@aku.edu, public.affairs@aku.edu

Website: www.aku.edu

Bahawalpur, June 08, 2023 (PPI-OT): On the direction of Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, the Islamia University of Bahawalpur, a delegation of teachers and students visited Jinnah House Lahore to express solidarity with the Pakistan Army. The visit was organized by the Directorate of Outreach, Communication and Public Relations, the Islamia University Bahawalpur in collaboration with ISPR.

The delegation made a detailed visit to Jinnah House Lahore and the participants were given a briefing about the sad and condemnable incident of May 9th. After seeing the heart-wrenching scenes of Jinnah House Lahore, the faculty members Dr. Zia-ur-Rehman, Dr. Ramzan Tahir and Ms. Marina Rashid, who were part of the delegation, expressed their views and said that the tragedy of May 9 was extremely horrific that it shook the entire nation.

After this cruel incident, the whole nation is suffering from mental agony. For any nation, its sensitive installations, historical buildings, and cultural heritage are of great importance. Their protection and respect is mandatory for the entire nation. They are symbols of national unity and security. An attack on these historical buildings and national assets is tantamount to an attack on the security and identity of this country. We, on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, students, teachers, and other departments of the Islamia University of Bahawalpur, strongly condemn this incident and reiterate that we stand by our Pakistan Army.

On this occasion, we also pay our respects to our martyrs who have protected the blessing of our freedom in every age by sacrificing their lives. We demand that the law enforcement agencies, after thorough investigation, should punish those involved in the May 9 tragedy strictly according to the laws of the country so that such incidents do not happen again in the future. After visiting Jinnah House Lahore, the delegation participated in the evening flag lowering ceremony at the Wagah border and expressed solidarity with the Pakistan Army.

For more information, contact:

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB)

University Chowk, Gulshan Colony, Bahawalpur,

Punjab – 63100, Pakistan

Tel: +92-62-9250235

Fax: +92-62-9250335

E-mail: info@iub.edu.pk

Website: https://www.iub.edu.pk/

Peshawar, June 08, 2023 (PPI-OT): Two Research Assistants (02 MPhil Students) for the NRPU Project No. 20-17199/NRPU/R and D/HEC/2021

Applications are invited from Pakistani nationals, for appointment of two Research Assistants, under Higher Education Commission NRPU Project No. 20-17199/NRPU/R and D/HEC/2021, titled “Generalizations and Refinements of Some Inequalities for Convex Functions”. The responsibilities of candidates are to assist PI and Co-PI of the project in research work related to the topic, report and manuscript writing and other relevant work.

Eligibility:

1. Research Assistant:

BS/M. SC in Mathematics with no 3rd division in the academic career from HEC recognized University. Preference will be given to the candidates already enrolled in MS/M.Phil program.

Project Information:

The duration of project is 24 months, however the funds for the mentioned positions are available only for 12 months. The selected candidates have to sign a bond for a duration of one year.

How to Apply:

Application on plain paper along with attested certificates/testimonials should reach to the office of the Principal Investigator by June 27, 2023. Incomplete applications will not be entertained. Only short listed candidates will be called for interview through their email addresses or contact numbers, and no separate call letter will be issued for interview. No TADA will be paid for attending interview.

For more information, contact:

Media and Protocol Officer

University of Peshawar

Tel: +92-91-9218463

Email: mpo@upesh.edu.pk

Website: www.upesh.edu.pk