Islamabad, (Parliament Times) : Headed by Dr Rami Waheed Al-Dhulli, Deputy Minister of Education and
Educational Affairs, a seven-member delegation from Syria paid a visit to the National
University of Sciences & Technology (NUST). H.E. the Ambassador of Syria to Pakistan Dr Ramez
Alraee also accompanied the delegation to the university. The visit sets the stage for ushering in
a new era of bilateral academic and research cooperation between both the countries.
The Syrian delegation called on Rector NUST Engr Javed Mahmood Bukhari and Pro-Rector
Academics, Dr Osman Hasan, and deliberated on the opportunities for academic and research
collaboration between NUST and higher education institutions in Syria. They expressed
admiration for NUST's meritorious academic accomplishments and comprehensive knowledge
ecosystem that cultivates innovation, empowers diverse perspectives, and drives societal
progress. In his remarks, Rector NUST pinned high hopes that the visit would augur well
for knowledge exchange and joint R&D that enrich both academic discourse and global
understanding.
Later, the delegates visited Pakistan’s first S&T Park- the National Science & Technology Park
(NSTP) at NUST. They appreciated the collaborative spirit amongst researchers, entrepreneurs
and industry leaders, terming it an ideal ecosystem for catalysing breakthrough innovations and
fostering sustainable growth.
