The Pakistan Study Centre at Shandong University was officially inaugurated by Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, in a ceremony attended by Executive Vice-President Wu Zhen and university faculty members. The Centre represents a significant step in strengthening academic collaboration and cultural exchange between Pakistan and China.
Ambassador Hashmi expressed gratitude to the university leadership for their support in establishing the Centre, emphasizing the growing momentum in Pakistan-China relations, particularly in education, research, and knowledge exchange. He highlighted Shandong’s global reputation for innovation in agriculture and fisheries, noting that the province provides an ideal environment for fostering Pakistan-focused academic initiatives.
The newly inaugurated Centre aims to serve as a hub for Pakistan studies, facilitating collaborative research, student engagement, and business-to-business (B2B) activities. By promoting academic dialogue and mutual understanding, the Centre is expected to contribute to long-term people-to-people linkages between the two countries.
During the inauguration, Ambassador Hashmi met with Executive Vice-President Wu Zhen to discuss strategic ways to leverage the Centre for joint academic and research projects, particularly in agriculture and fisheries. He was also given a tour of the Shandong University Museum, further highlighting the importance of educational and cultural collaboration.
The establishment of the Pakistan Study Centre at Shandong University underscores the deepening partnership between Pakistan and China in higher education, research, and innovation. It is expected to become a focal point for nurturing academic talent, promoting cross-cultural understanding, and supporting initiatives that benefit both nations.
