Dr Mukhtar narrates significance of education diplomacy to bring peace in region.

ISLAMABAD -- Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC) Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed on Thursday narrated the significance of education diplomacy in bringing sustainable peace and stability in the region.

He was addressing the audience in the one-day National Conference on '75 Years of Pakistan: History, Diplomacy and Economy' organized by Iqra University, Islamabad Campus (H-9).

Speaking on the occasion, he highlighted the importance of understanding our historical roots, the political transformation, transitions in diplomatic relations as well as the economic developments over the past 75 years of our homeland.

He said that is pertinent to have a critical understanding of our history, so that we do not repeat the mistakes of the past.

In his address, he also urged the research community to organize academic debates, initiate institutional reforms and hence play a positive and constructive role in countering regional issues such as climate change, population growth, and food scarcity.

He suggested that in this age of hate speech, violence, contempt, stigmatization, education diplomacy can play a key role in promoting inclusivity, social cohesion and peaceful co-existence in a multi-faith society like ours.

Honoring the sentiment of the Diamond Jubilee of Pakistan, he urged the scholars to put hope in the hearts of the young generation so that we embark on a future journey full of hope and passion, full of dreams and challenges, and commitment to serve our motherland.

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