On 19 October 2026, a four-member delegation from Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University (SBBWU), Peshawar, visited the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), Islamabad, to explore opportunities for academic collaboration, research cooperation, women’s empowerment, and people-to-people exchanges.
The delegation was led by Prof. Dr. Aneela Anwar, Vice Chancellor, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University (SBBWU), Peshawar, and included Ms. Tashfeen Zia, Deputy Registrar, SBBWU, and Outreach and Partnership Coordinator of the Regional Connectivity Center (RCC) at SBBWU; Dr. Mehreen-ul-Hasan, Lecturer, Department of Microbiology, SBBWU; and Dr. Nargis Jamila, Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, SBBWU.
During the meeting, Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram congratulated Prof. Dr. Aneela Anwar on her recent appointment as Vice Chancellor of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University (SBBWU), Peshawar, and extended his best wishes for her tenure. He subsequently delivered a comprehensive overview of PRCCSF, highlighting its mission, vision, establishment, institutional development, key achievements, and ongoing initiatives at the national and international levels.
Mr. Akram also highlighted PRCCSF’s efforts to promote the concept of a Community with Shared Future, strengthen Pakistan–China relations, and foster cooperation in research, education, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people connectivity. He emphasized the importance of academic partnerships and collaborative initiatives in creating new opportunities for students, researchers, and academic institutions in Pakistan.
Following the briefing, Ms. Yusra Binte Nisar delivered a detailed presentation on the China Fellowship Programme, a collaborative initiative involving the Institute for a Community with Shared Future (ICSF) at the Communication University of China (CUC), Beijing, and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Pakistan.
Ms. Yusra explained the objectives and structure of the programme, particularly its focus on providing female students with an international platform to engage with distinguished speakers, diplomats, academicians, and scholars from diverse backgrounds. She highlighted how the programme enables participants to gain first-hand insights into international affairs, diplomacy, cultural diversity, and global perspectives while expanding their academic and professional horizons. The initiative also reflects a commitment to empowering young students, especially females, by facilitating meaningful international exposure, intellectual engagement, and cross-cultural learning.
Prof. Dr. Aneela Anwar appreciated Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram for their continued efforts to strengthen Pakistan–China relations and advance the concept of a Community with Shared Future. She acknowledged the Center’s contributions to promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), facilitating academic and cultural exchanges, and creating opportunities for Pakistani students and professionals to engage with international academic and diplomatic communities. She also expressed appreciation for initiatives that connect Pakistani educational institutions with international platforms and encourage greater cooperation in higher education and research.
In response, Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram appreciated SBBWU’s commitment to women’s education, empowerment, and academic development. He emphasized the importance of strengthening linkages between PRCCSF and SBBWU to promote research collaboration, academic exchanges, capacity-building opportunities, and international engagement for female students and faculty members. He noted that partnerships between research centers and universities can play a significant role in nurturing future leaders, encouraging intellectual cooperation, and expanding opportunities for Pakistani women in academic and professional fields.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity for both institutions to exchange ideas, discuss areas of mutual interest, and explore avenues for future collaboration. The discussions underscored the importance of strengthening institutional partnerships, promoting women’s participation in international academic initiatives, and fostering educational and cultural cooperation between Pakistan and China.
The meeting concluded with a shared understanding of the importance of continued engagement and collaborative efforts to advance academic excellence, women’s empowerment, and people-to-people connectivity under the broader framework of a Community with Shared Future.