{"id":76241,"date":"2024-03-28T03:39:06","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T03:39:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/academias-role-in-economy-stressed-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2024-03-28T03:39:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T03:39:06","slug":"academias-role-in-economy-stressed-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/academias-role-in-economy-stressed-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"Academia’s role in economy stressed | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nLAHORE:
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Punjab University Vice Chancellor Dr Khalid Mahmood on Wednesday emphasised the role of academia in promoting the nation’s economy.<\/p>\n

He was addressing a seminar organised by the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences to mark the Pakistan Day and tree plantation campaign.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the event, attended by MNA Shaista Parvez Malik, MPA Kanwal Liaqat, faculty members and students on Wednesday, Dr Mahmood stressed the importance of highlighting the country’s economic strengths and positive attributes.<\/p>\n

He underscored that sacrifices were not limited to warfare but necessary in all aspects of life to overcome crises, urging the academic community to contribute through impactful research.<\/p>\n

MNA Shaista Pervez commended the vital role of teachers in societal development and emphasised collective efforts to address Pakistan’s challenges.<\/p>\n

Stressing the significance of fostering positive thinking to counter growing societal divisions, she urged the youth to engage constructively in questioning and dialogue.<\/p>\n

As a politician, she pledged to address student concerns regarding transportation and hostel facilities at Punjab University.<\/p>\n

MPA Kanwal Liaqat expressed optimism about the youth’s potential to drive Pakistan’s development and emphasised responsible use of social media.<\/p>\n

She urged respectful discourse in political criticism and highlighted the importance of civil engagement.<\/p>\n

Dr Muhammad Saleem Haider highlighted the contributions of PU students across various fields.<\/p>\n

In conjunction with the seminar, an awareness walk organised by the Punjab University Institute of Geography, led by the VC, aimed to underscore the importance of tree planting.<\/p>\n

Published in The Express Tribune, March 28th<\/sup>, 2024.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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