Islamabad: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan convened its 41st meeting of the Travel Grant and Seminar/Conference Apex Committee to assess applications submitted under its grant and support programs. The meeting focused on evaluating 73 travel grant requests and 13 applications for seminar or conference support, all of which were scrutinized based on eligibility, academic merit, and adherence to program guidelines.

According to Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, the committee’s discussions are part of HEC’s broader strategy to enable researchers and academics to engage in international academic events. These initiatives aim to foster academic collaboration, enhance knowledge exchange, and increase the visibility of research from Pakistan at both national and international levels. The meeting highlighted HEC’s ongoing dedication to providing transparent and merit-based support to the academic and research community, ensuring eligible individuals receive timely opportunities for engagement in global forums.

The Travel Grant and Seminar/Conference Support Programs are central to HEC’s mission to promote a robust research culture within Pakistan and facilitate the connection of local academia with the global research landscape. The commission reiterated its commitment to advancing research excellence, supporting academic mobility, and strengthening the higher education and research framework in the country.