Pakistan Extends Fully-Funded Scholarships to Turkish Students to Boost Academic and Cultural Ties
In a landmark move to reinforce educational and cultural ties, Pakistan has announced fully-funded scholarships for Turkish students, underlining the deep-rooted brotherhood and growing collaboration between the two nations.
The announcement came during a high-level meeting in Islamabad between Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, and the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Irfan Neziroglu. The initiative is poised to enhance cross-cultural understanding and academic cooperation, offering Turkish students the opportunity to study at Pakistan’s leading universities without any financial burden.
This scholarship scheme is a part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to empower youth through international academic exposure and strengthen bilateral partnerships in education. It reflects the country’s commitment to building people-to-people linkages and promoting mutual learning experiences.
Ambassador Neziroglu warmly welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the shared heritage and historical friendship between Türkiye and Pakistan. “This is far beyond a formal diplomatic connection,” he remarked. “We are bound by brotherhood, and this initiative reaffirms that unbreakable bond.”
Officials expressed hope that this move will pave the way for joint research ventures, student exchange programs, and collaborative youth initiatives in the years ahead. The program also aligns with Pakistan’s vision to create an inclusive and globally connected academic environment.
