MIRPUR, Oct 20 (APP):Azad Jammu and Kashmir President Dr Muhammad Najeeb Naqi Khan and Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar on Tuesday discussed measures to improve education standards, expand vocational training and equip youth with modern skills in the region.
During a meeting in Islamabad, Wajiha Qamar congratulated Dr Najeeb Naqi Khan on assuming the office of AJK president and presented him with a bouquet. The two sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, particularly improving the quality of education and expanding access to higher education and professional training in AJK.
The AJK president said quality education was essential for social progress, prosperity and a brighter future. He stressed the need to improve educational standards, provide modern facilities in educational institutions and equip young people with contemporary knowledge, technical expertise and technological skills to help them contribute to national development and secure better employment opportunities.
He expressed hope that cooperation with the federal government would strengthen joint efforts to improve the education sector, expand higher education opportunities and promote vocational training in AJK. Wajiha Qamar also underscored the importance of enhanced coordination and cooperation to improve educational standards and advance the region’s education sector.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
