Pakistan, US extend higher education partnership for 5 years
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United States have renewed their longstanding partnership in higher education through a new five-year agreement between the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP). According to the federal ministry of education, the renewal of partnership reaffirmed shared commitment to academic excellence, human capital…
Pakistan and the United States have extended their long-standing educational partnership for another five years, aiming to bolster academic excellence, research, and human capital development. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan joined forces with the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) to extend this collaboration, with the agreement being signed by USEFP Executive Director Dr. Peter Moran and HEC Executive Director Professor Dr. Ziaul Haq.
Dr. Moran expressed gratitude for the continued partnership, stating that USEFP-administered programs equip participants with skills and practical knowledge that benefit Pakistan across all sectors. Professor Haq highlighted the longstanding value of the HEC-Fulbright partnership in advancing Pakistan's higher education landscape.
The renewed agreement, effective from Financial Year 2026-27 to Financial Year 2031-32, aims to support 66 PhD scholars and expand opportunities for advanced education, research, and academic exchange. The financial commitment from HEC stands at $4.54 million annually, totaling Rs6.48 billion over five years, with payments scheduled quarterly.
The selection process for scholars will be merit-based, focusing on Pakistani students and scholars pursuing advanced education, research, and professional development. The agreement also emphasizes collaboration with the United States, where scholars will gain access to the renowned American education system and collaborate on innovative projects in various fields, including research, business, and public health.
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