Industry and universities should work together to solve country's problems: Rana Tanveer.

ISLAMABAD -- Federal Minister for Education Rana Tanveer Hussain, in his speech at the International Islamic University (IIUI) Admission Expo on Thursday, said the industry and universities should work together to solve the country's problems through research and cooperation. Addressing an admissions expo at IIUI on the theme "Lifelong Learning Opportunities" at the Activity Center at the university's New Campus, he said people with technical education and technical experience are in demand all over the world. He said the government is paying special attention to vocational education. He also emphasized that universities should start vocational education programs.

Rana Tanveer Hussain said that during the visit to Saudi Arabia, he held discussion on the promotion of mutual educational cooperation. He said ongoing cooperation between the International Islamic University and the Imam Muhammad Ibn-e-Saud University of Saudi Arabia was also discussed.

He said the Saudi government is keen to build a grand mosque at IIUI. He added that the authorities of Saudi Arabia have assured cooperation in providing scholarships for Pakistani students. The Minister said the role of International Islamic University in promoting peace and tolerance is commendable. Speaking on this occasion, Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haidari said that success lies in the respect of teachers. He said students are the architects of the future.

He congratulated the administration for the successful organization of the event. He said the role of the International Islamic University in the promotion of Islam is exemplary.

Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haidari opined that he role of universities is pivotal in disseminating Islam's message of peace. Speaking on the occasion, Rector International Islamic University Dr Masoom Yasinzai said that this...

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