By Ali Imran
ISLAMABAD: A significant meeting was held Thursday at the office of the parliamentary secretary for education to deliberate on Pakistan’s future direction in the fields of education and artificial intelligence (AI).
The session focused on integrating AI into the national education system and fostering international collaboration for advancements in education and health sectors.
The meeting was graced by Dr. Ishfaq Ahmad, an Information Technology and AI visionary currently based in Australia.
Dr. Ahmad expressed a strong commitment to leading Pakistan into a new technological era. He emphasized the urgent need to design and implement an AI curriculum that spans from primary schools to university levels.
This initiative, proposed under the ministry of Federal Education, aims to equip Pakistani students with the skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving global tech landscape.
Dr. Ahmad stated, “Pakistan must respond proactively to the dynamic changes in technology. By embedding AI into our education system, we can prepare our youth to be leaders, innovators, and valuable contributors to the global economy.”
Also in attendance was Shamshad Ahmed Khan, a respected Pakistani professional based in Kuwait, who shared his vision of enhancing the education and health sectors through strategic consultation and development partnerships.
His insights highlighted the potential for international collaboration to bring transformative improvements to Pakistan’s public service sectors.
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to advancing Pakistan’s technological and educational capacity, with follow-up actions planned in collaboration with international experts and relevant government bodies.
