{"id":51339,"date":"2024-10-06T15:04:06","date_gmt":"2024-10-06T10:04:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/?p=51339"},"modified":"2024-10-06T15:05:35","modified_gmt":"2024-10-06T10:05:35","slug":"pakistan-to-get-280-new-skill-centers-to-boost-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/education\/pakistan-to-get-280-new-skill-centers-to-boost-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan to get 280 new skill centers to boost education"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: A high-level British delegation, comprising esteemed members Lord Boateng, Wendy Thomson from the House of Lords, and vice-chancellors from prominent <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/business\/uk-pound-to-pkr-exchange-rate-in-pakistan-today-october-06-2024\/\">UK universities<\/a>, has arrived in Pakistan for a two-day visit.<\/p>\n<p>The primary objective is to explore cooperation between the UK and Pakistan in education, focusing on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).<\/p>\n<p>The delegation plans to establish 280<a href=\"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/news\/usaid-strengthens-vocational-skills-in-modern-agricultural-technologies-through-capacity-building-in-di-khan\/\"> skills centers<\/a> across Pakistan, providing top-notch training to millions of Pakistanis. Successful trainees will receive joint certificates from Pakistani, UK, and Gulf universities, recognizing their skills and expertise.<\/p>\n<p>This initiative will cater to industry needs locally and abroad, enhancing employability prospects for<a href=\"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/pakistan\/pakistans-affan-salman-wins-world-youth-scrabble-championship\/\"> Pakistani youth.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>An initial 80,000 jobs will be offered to successful trainees in various Gulf countries, including Dubai, in sectors such as security, hospitality, construction, veterinary nursing, and Dubai Police.<\/p>\n<p>The skills centers will also provide trained manpower to industries worldwide, wherever skilled workers are in demand.<\/p>\n<p>During their visit, the delegation will meet with Federal Education Minister Maqbool Siddiqui in Karachi to discuss strategic partnerships and strengthen Pakistan&#8217;s vocational training framework. They aim to equip the workforce with the necessary skills for the global job market.<\/p>\n<p>A representative emphasized their commitment to promoting educational cooperation, empowering Pakistani youth, and meeting industry needs. They look forward to fruitful discussions and a lasting partnership in improving Pakistan&#8217;s education sector.<\/p>\n<p>Participating institutions include the University of London, University of Greenwich, Queen Mary University, City and Guilds, GEMS Middle East, and Pakistan&#8217;s National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC).<\/p>\n<p>This collaborative effort has the potential to transform Pakistan&#8217;s education landscape, providing millions of youth with enhanced employment opportunities and contributing to economic growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: A high-level British delegation, comprising esteemed members Lord Boateng, Wendy Thomson from the House of Lords, and vice-chancellors from prominent UK universities, has arrived in Pakistan for a two-day visit. The primary objective is to explore cooperation between the UK and Pakistan in education, focusing on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). 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