Islamabad (GNP): Pakistan-Korea Education Partnership 2026 took a major step forward as Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui inaugurated the Korea Pakistan Education Corridor Expo (KPEC) in Islamabad.
The event brought together academics, diplomats, and education leaders to explore new opportunities for Pakistani students through stronger ties with the Republic of Korea. The minister emphasized that Pakistan’s young population represents a valuable asset capable of meeting emerging international demands and driving economic growth through education and skills development.
Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui highlighted the remarkable development journey of South Korea, describing it as a model of progress and innovation from which Pakistan can learn important lessons. He said that strengthening educational cooperation between the two countries would create new opportunities for Pakistani students and help build a highly skilled workforce for the future.
The Korea Pakistan Education Corridor, launched by the Consortium of Asia Pacific and Eurasian Studies, aims to promote educational collaboration through higher education exchanges, skills development programs, and student mobility initiatives between Pakistan and Korea. Ambassador Syed Moazzam H. Khan, Pakistan’s Ambassador to South Korea, also addressed the event and informed participants that four Korean language centres have already been set up in Lahore, with more planned for Islamabad to support greater educational and professional engagement.
University Leaders Pledge Support for Pak-Korea Education
Pakistan Korea Education Partnership 2026 received strong support from university leaders at the event. Professor Dr. Choi Jong-in, President of Tongwon University in South Korea, expressed his university’s commitment to academic cooperation with Pakistan and acknowledged the growing interest of Pakistani students in Korean higher education.
He also noted the visa challenges faced by some students and assured participants of continued efforts to make the process easier.
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Professor Dr. Anis Ahmad, Vice Chancellor of Riphah International University, encouraged students to broaden their thinking and align their education with global responsibilities. Dr. Khurram Iqbal, President of CAPES, welcomed participants and pointed out that countries like South Korea and Japan have become global leaders in technology and research, making them increasingly attractive for Pakistani students seeking quality international education.
The event concluded with a shared commitment to deepen educational ties between Pakistan and South Korea through meaningful partnerships and collaborative initiatives aimed at empowering future generations of Pakistani students.
