Education
‘Immense pride,’ coach says as young Pakistani debaters win global UN titles
Students from more than 50 countries competed at the Global Model UN conference in Singapore this August.
August 25, 2026
Pakistan launches national olive policy to boost production, exports
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls for greater focus on olive production, processing and exports, while offering to send 100 agricultural graduates to Italy for training.
August 24, 2026
Pakistan PM pledges to expand technical training, workforce development
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the government is strengthening technical and vocational training to equip Pakistani youth with globally competitive skills and drive economic growth.
July 15, 2026
On World Population Day, Pakistan prioritizes women, youth wellbeing together
PM Sharif and President Zardari urge coordinated action on World Population Day, calling for greater investment in women, children and youth through healthcare, education, empowerment and evidence-based population planning to drive sustainable development and long-term national prosperity.
July 11, 2026
52 Pakistani universities feature in THE Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026
The University of Lahore leads Pakistan at 71st globally, while the rankings spotlight universities’ work on sustainability, research, outreach, teaching and contributions to United Nations development goals beyond academics.
July 1, 2026
Pakistan president calls for collective action against hate speech
In a message marking the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, President Asif Ali Zardari urged all sectors of society to actively combat hate speech through education, ethical conduct, and dialogue, promoting respect, tolerance, and unity in line with Islamic values.
June 18, 2026
President, PM reaffirm Pakistan’s commitment to ending child labor
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to eliminate child labor, stressing constitutional protections, education, law enforcement, rehabilitation, and collective national action to protect children from exploitation.
June 12, 2026
Pakistan PM, president reaffirm commitment to digital transformation on world telecom day
In separate messages issued on the occasion, both leaders highlight the role of digital infrastructure, broadband access and emerging technologies in economic growth, public services and national development.
May 17, 2026
Pakistan’s domestic internet connections rise to 5.1 million: PM told
Pakistan’s internet connections rose from 1.9 million to 5.1 million in 2026, PM Shehbaz Sharif was informed, as IT exports, 5G expansion, and nationwide digital connectivity initiatives accelerated.
May 11, 2026