Meeting with U.S. Acting Ambassador focuses on empowering youth, advancing technology cooperation, and building climate resilience
Islamabad : Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, met with Natalie Baker, U.S. Acting Ambassador to Pakistan, to discuss ways to deepen bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the United States in diverse development sectors.
Prof. Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the importance of reviving and expanding the U.S.–Pakistan Knowledge Corridor (USPKC) to create more opportunities for Pakistani scholars and professionals to pursue higher education and research in leading American universities. He noted that such initiatives are vital for developing Pakistan’s human capital and driving innovation-led economic growth.
The Minister also highlighted the need to enhance collaboration in Technology, Agriculture, Minerals and Climate Resilience — areas that are critical for Pakistan’s sustainable development and future competitiveness.
He further underscored the importance of reactivating the bilateral dialogue group on Education, Science, and Technology to institutionalize cooperation, promote joint research, and build stronger academic and scientific linkages between the two countries.
“Pakistan and the United States share a long history of cooperation in education, science, and development. Reviving these partnerships under a new vision of mutual growth will help us prepare our young generation for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century,” said Prof. Ahsan Iqbal.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the U.S.–Pakistan partnership and working together for shared prosperity, knowledge exchange, and sustainable development.
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
