DM Monitoring
BEIJING: As China and Pakistan celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, a step forward in educational cooperation was taken on March 30 with the launch of the Islamabad-based Zhiyuan Academy, an institution dedicated to advancing Chinese language education and HSK proficiency training across the country.
The event, titled ‘Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan, in a new era of HSK Chinese language learning’ was jointly organized by the Pakistan Chinese Education Association, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, and the local Smart School.
The ceremony, held in a hybrid format, brought together education leaders, heads of institutions and frontline educators from both countries and marked a milestone in institutionalizing Chinese language learning in Pakistan, CEN reported on Wednesday.
At the core of the newly established Zhiyuan Academy is a commitment to systematic HSK Chinese proficiency test preparation.
The institution aims to provide professional, comprehensive and efficient pathways for Pakistani students to master the language, ensuring that learners are well equipped to meet international standards.
By focusing on structured training modules aligned with HSK requirements, the academy also seeks to address the growing demand for certified Chinese language skills in trade, industry and academic exchanges.
Beyond test preparation, the initiative is designed to build a localized Chinese education system, tailored to the specific learning characteristics of Pakistani students.
Through collaboration with Chinese universities, organizers plan to develop teaching resources and courses that reflect local cultural contexts while maintaining academic rigor. A key feature of the academy is its commitment to regular cultural immersion programs.
Organizers announced plans to facilitate study tours to China, enabling Pakistani students to experience Chinese culture firsthand. These exchanges are intended to foster deeper mutual understanding and strengthen bonds between the youth of both countries through direct interaction and shared experiences.
Earlier, Dr. Abdul Ghafoor Lone, Director of Islamabad Museum, highlighted that Pakistan-China friendship extends back thousands of years, evidenced by Gandhara art and shared cultural artifacts. Stone reliefs, dragon motifs, and ancient Chinese porcelain demonstrate a long history of artistic and trade connections, further reinforced by the spread of Buddhism into China.
Recent exhibitions, including a 2023 Gandhara showcase in Beijing and the 2025 SCO museum display, have brought centuries-old artifacts to global attention, strengthening cultural diplomacy. Collaborative archaeological efforts in Taxila and Bhalot, involving Pakistani and Chinese teams, continue to uncover ancient heritage, connecting modern research with historical roots.
