A delegation from Toronto Metropolitan University met with Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, where both the Sindh government and the university agreed to enhance educational partnerships.
Officials said the meeting and conference were attended by Secretary Universities and Boards Abbas Baloch, NED University Vice-Chancellor Sarosh Lodi, as well as vice-chancellors from various universities in Sindh and other officials.
The delegation from Toronto Metropolitan University was led by its President and Vice-Chancellor, Mohamed Lachemi. The discussions focused on strengthening academic collaboration, research partnerships, and educational projects between Sindh and Canadian institutions.
Speaking at the conference, provincial minister Sharjeel Inam Memon emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between universities and institutions. He stated that this partnership would play a key role in shaping the future of the nation and empowering the new generation. He further stressed the need to bridge the gap between the government, industry, and academia, highlighting that by leveraging each other’s expertise and resources, they could promote innovation, economic growth, and social prosperity.
Memon announced that student exchange programmes between Toronto Metropolitan University, NED University, and other universities in Sindh would be encouraged. He said the Sindh government would further strengthen partnerships with educational institutions. He also praised the efforts of the secretary of the Universities and Boards and his team for organizing the meeting efficiently.
Toronto Metropolitan University President and Vice-Chancellor Mohamed Lachemi expressed his delight at visiting Sindh and appreciated the progress in the education sector. He stated that Toronto Metropolitan University is ready to collaborate with educational institutions in Sindh to promote academic cooperation and innovation.
He further said that the university would provide full support in research, teaching programmes, and educational opportunities.
Published in News Daily on 23-February-2025.