Syrian universities will strengthen ties with the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) in the fields of agriculture, livestock and academic exchange programmes in order to benefit from each other's experience.
This was stated by Syrian Deputy Education Minister Dr Rami Waheed while leading a delegation in a meeting with UAF Vice Chancellor Dr Iqrar Ahmad Khan.
The Syrian deputy minister said agricultural development is the top priority of his government, for which efforts are being made to strengthen the relationship with universities and research institutions of Pakistan.
He said not only research but also student and faculty exchange programmes should be launched.
The vice chancellor said students from more than 15 countries are studying in the University of Agriculture Faisalabad. He said ties with Styrian institutions will help benefit from each other's experience to overcome the common challenges and excel in agriculture.
Published in The Express Tribune, May 6th, 2024.
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