19/06/2026
COMSATS University Islamabad hosted the opening ceremony of the ANSO-CPJRC-COMSATS International Training Workshop on Disaster Risk Reduction and Green Development for CPEC at CUI Islamabad.
The five-day workshop, scheduled from 18 to 22 June 2026, is endorsed as an official activity of the United Nations International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development (IDSSD 2024-2033). It brings together diplomats, researchers, government officials, practitioners, academics and early-career professionals from Pakistan and other countries to exchange knowledge and strengthen capacity in disaster risk reduction, climate resilience and green development.
The inaugural session emphasized the importance of universities, science-based policymaking, international cooperation and South-South collaboration in addressing climate-induced hazards, particularly in ecologically fragile and disaster-prone regions along CPEC.
CUI remains committed to advancing research, innovation and international partnerships for a safer, greener and more resilient future.
04/05/2026
To mark World Book Day, China Media Group hosted a prestigious seminar titled “Understanding Our 75 Years,” bringing together prominent leaders, academics, and thinkers to celebrate the enduring intellectual and cultural bonds between Pakistan and China.
The event featured distinguished speakers, including:
- Farah Naz Akbar (Parliamentary Secretary, National Heritage & Culture)
- Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed (Chairman, Pakistan-China Institute)
- Sadia Haider (Incharge, China Study Center, COMSATS University)
- Dr. Hassan Daood Butt (Educationist/Former CPEC Project Director)
Key Highlights:
📖 The Power of Literature: Speakers emphasized that books and educational exchanges are the most effective way to pass the legacy of this "Iron Brotherhood" to the younger generation.
🎓 Educational Growth: Ms. Sadia Haider highlighted the booming cooperation in higher education, with a record number of Pakistani students mastering advanced technologies in Chinese institutions.
🚀 Learning from Success: Panelists discussed China’s rapid development as a model for Pakistan, focusing on long-term planning, discipline, and mutual respect.
The ceremony concluded with a call to strengthen bilateral ties through increased research, academic dialogue, and a renewed culture of reading.
28/04/2026
"Strengthening Governance and Implementation Strategies for CPEC 2.0"
A high-level policy dialogue, “Strengthening Governance and Implementation Strategies for CPEC 2.0,” marking the launch of two pivotal reports on B2B cooperation and the strategic "5Cs" framework was organized by Institute of Regional Studies.
Qaisar Ahmad Shaikh, Federal Minister for the Board of Investment, attended as Chief Guest. He revealed that 70% of regulatory reforms aimed at cutting red tape have been completed. He urged the private sector to pivot from import-dependency toward technology transfer and export-oriented partnerships with China.
Ambassador Jauhar Saleem, President of IRS, noted that Pakistan is at a critical juncture. He emphasized that the success of CPEC 2.0 hinges on institutional coherence, human capital development, and maintaining a credible investment climate.
Mr. Shi Yuanqiang, Deputy Head of Mission at the Chinese Embassy, reviewed the successes of Phase I—including $20 billion in energy investments and the operationalization of the Rashakai SEZ. He reaffirmed China's commitment to aligning its 15th Five-Year Plan with Pakistan’s "Uraan" initiative, focusing on the five core corridors: Growth, Livelihood, Innovation, Green, and Open.
Ms. Sadia Haider, Incharge of the China Study Center, congratulated the IRS on the initiative. She remarked:
"This event serves as a vital bridge between policy and practice. By bringing together diplomats and stakeholders, we are moving beyond theoretical frameworks to identify the exact pathways needed for industrial relocation and sustainable B2B investment."
The dialogue concluded with a consensus on strengthening public-private cooperation to ensure CPEC Phase II delivers long-term socio-economic impact.
03/04/2026
We are pleased to inform you that the 75th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and pakistan is being celebrated by both countries.
In the regard, HEC along with Embassy of China is organize commemorative activities for student of Pakistan universities on the following themes:
* Essay Competition
* Short Video Contest.
CUI students, you're invited to participate and submit your work by the deadline for onward submission.
Don't miss out!