Rawalakot, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Muhammad Zakaria Zakir of the University of Poonch Rawalakot welcomed Dr. Javed Hussain, a distinguished professor from Birmingham University, England, emphasizing the importance of such visits for fostering global academic relationships and enhancing educational standards.
According to University of Poonch Rawalakot, Dr. Zakir expressed gratitude towards Dr. Hussain for his visit, which he described as vital for the university’s development in various academic and cultural domains. Dr. Hussain, a noted professor of entrepreneurial finance, discussed potential collaborations and the exchange of ideas, which are crucial for broadening the educational perspective at the University of Poonch.
The visit was highlighted as a part of the university’s ongoing efforts to globalize its educational impact and to engage with international academia more extensively. Dr. Zakir pointed out that the scope of higher education is no longer confined to local or national boundaries but has expanded to encompass a global outreach. He underlined the importance of integrating international expertise to enrich the university’s academic programs and faculty development.
Further, Dr. Zakir mentioned the university’s commitment to inviting foreign experts to enhance direct interaction with its faculty and students, thereby promoting bilateral cooperation and broadening the educational horizon. He assured full support for faculty development initiatives and other cooperative ventures proposed by Dr. Hussain.
The visit also included appreciation for the efforts of Basharat Mehmood, a faculty member and assistant director of Student Affairs, acknowledging his contributions to the university’s international engagement and academic growth.