On 5 May 2026, the University of Sargodha (UoS), through the Pakistan Institute of China Studies (PICS-UoS), conferred a prestigious Citation of Honor upon Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), Islamabad, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to promoting Pakistan–China academic cooperation and successfully organizing the ICSF–UoS Fellowship Programme 2025–26.

This prestigious acknowledgment, conferred in collaboration with the Pakistan Institute of China Studies and the Institute for Community with Shared Future, Communication University of China, reflects a collective commitment to fostering academic excellence, policy dialogue, and people-to-people connectivity between Pakistan and China.

The ICSF–UoS Fellowship Programme (October 2025 – April 2026) was envisioned as a platform to nurture emerging scholars, strengthen intellectual exchange, and promote a shared vision of regional cooperation and sustainable development.

Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram is proud to have contributed to an initiative that not only empowers the next generation of thought leaders but also reinforces the strategic importance of knowledge partnerships in today’s interconnected world.

Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram expressed his sincere gratitude to the leadership of the University of Sargodha, particularly Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas, Vice Chancellor University of Sargodha (UoS) and Prof. Dr. Tahir Mumtaz Awan, for their trust and support in advancing meaningful academic initiatives. He reaffirmed his commitment to promoting academic diplomacy, youth empowerment, and sustainable cooperation through research, education, and policy innovation.

This recognition is not merely a personal milestone; it is a testament to the power of collaboration, vision, and sustained engagement in building bridges between nations. Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram remains committed to strengthening Pakistan–China relations through impactful initiatives in research, education, and policy innovation.

The ceremony concluded with the distribution of awards and certificates among fellowship participants, recognizing their dedication and successful completion of the programme. The event further highlighted the growing importance of academic collaboration in strengthening Pakistan–China friendship and advancing the vision of a shared future through education, dialogue, and research partnerships.