Islamabad, 11 Apr, 2025: In a remarkable step to boost educational collaboration and cultural harmony, Pakistan has announced a Fully-Funded Scholarship program for students from Türkiye.
This strategic initiative is designed to deepen academic partnerships and foster stronger people-to-people ties between the two historically close allies.
The announcement came during a meeting in Islamabad between Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, and Ambassador of Türkiye, Irfan Neziroglu.
Both dignitaries shared a mutual commitment to creating opportunities for youth development and academic integration.
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The Fully-Funded Scholarship program will allow Turkish students to pursue higher education in some of Pakistan’s premier universities, promoting bilateral learning and intercultural dialogue.
It is part of a broader vision under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme to engage regional allies in nurturing knowledge-based partnerships.
Ambassador Neziroglu welcomed the gesture warmly, emphasizing that the connection between Pakistan and Türkiye transcends formal diplomacy.
“Our nations share a brotherhood rooted in history and solidarity. This step further strengthens that legacy,” he said.
The Ambassador also recalled Pakistan’s heartfelt support during Türkiye’s devastating earthquake in 2023, particularly Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit, which he described as a reflection of genuine camaraderie during hardship.
During their discussions, the two sides explored avenues for broader cooperation, including Turkish participation in the National Youth Council of Pakistan.
They also reviewed possibilities for collaboration in digital media, creative industries, and youth sports exchanges areas seen as critical to enhancing shared values and understanding.
Chairman Rana Mashhood stressed that Pakistan is committed to investing in regional academic collaboration and offering meaningful learning opportunities to international students.
“We see this as a new chapter in educational diplomacy,” he remarked. He added that by offering a Fully-Funded Scholarship, Pakistan aims to set a precedent in youth-focused engagement across borders.
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The meeting concluded with both parties agreeing on continued coordination to implement the scholarship program smoothly and explore further areas of youth empowerment.
Plans are also underway to jointly host youth forums and exchange visits in the coming year, further solidifying the spirit of partnership.
This Fully-Funded Scholarship offering stands not only as a gesture of goodwill but also as a symbol of the growing strategic alignment between Pakistan and Türkiye built on trust, shared aspirations, and a vision for a knowledge-driven future.
