Lahore: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration between universities and industries in Pakistan, along with greater opportunities for women engineers. Speaking at the University of Engineering and Technology Lahore’s convocation, the minister urged the new batch of engineers to drive Pakistan’s economic transformation.
According to Radio Pakistan, Iqbal referred to the graduates as “Gen 47 2.0,” highlighting their role in ensuring Pakistan’s success by its 100th anniversary in 2047. He outlined the mission of “Maarka-e-Taraqi,” stressing the importance of expanding the nation’s capacity to design, manufacture, and export competitive products and technological solutions.