China and Pakistan have established a digital education alliance aimed at enhancing skills development, marking a significant achievement in their educational cooperation, as reported by Gwadar Pro. The initiative, led by ITMC Technology Co., Ltd. and UNI International, involves more than 160 technical and vocational education and training (TVET) partners from both countries.
This aims to strengthen Pakistan’s TVET system and transform it into a leading digital education hub. The alliance's formation was announced during the International Digital Skills Exchange Seminar of the 2nd Belt and Road International Skills Competition, which was held in Chongqing from June 24 to 26.
More than 200 experts from China and Pakistan, representing over 140 colleges and universities, participated in the historic event both virtually and in person. Rao Rashid Ali, Director General of Punjab TEVTA, spearheaded the alliance from Pakistan. He emphasized the significance of this partnership in addressing Pakistan's digital skills gap and underscored its potential to revolutionize the country's education sector.
Prof. Xue Maoyun, former president of Jiangsu Commerce Vocational and Technical College, was appointed chairman of the alliance from China. He emphasized a common goal of advancing digital education and promoting collaborative partnerships. Muhammad Omar, Counsellor and Head of Chancery at the Pakistani Embassy in China, and Afifa Shajia Awais, Counsellor of Education, also participated in the seminar.
Omar commended China's accomplishments in talent development, particularly in cultivating highly skilled individuals. He expressed optimism that Pakistan could benefit from China's expertise in digital transformation to strengthen its own educational institutions.
