President
the Aga Khan University Firoz Rasul called on Federal Minister for Education
and Professional Training, Engr. Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman on Wednesday.
The
Federal Minister welcomed the President Aga Khan University and matters related
to education were discussed during the meeting.
During
the meeting, Firoz Rasul shared with Federal Minister results of a study on the
Aga Khan University’s Economic Impact in Pakistan.
Firoz
Rasul said that Aga Khan University commissioned the Centennial International
from Washington DC to undertake Economic Study of its activities and inputs in
Pakistan.
The
President Aga Khan University told that this study examines not only the gross
value add created by AKU and the number of jobs that AKU supports , but more importantly,
the significant public benefits in Pakistan.
Federal
Minister Baligh Ur Rehman appreciated the Aga Khan University and said that it
is very authentic study. He said that universities can play greater role and
provide key contribution to economy.
He
said that the promotion of education is the priority of the government. He said
that every year government increased funding for education sector.
The
Federal Minister noted that number of out of school children has phenomenally
dropped in the country.
Emphasis
the need of linkages between academia and Industry, the Federal Minister said
that academia-industry linkage is vital for the economic development.
