Ambassador of Turkey to Pakistan Mustafa Yurdakul called on Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training, Engr. Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman here on Wednesday. The Federal Minister welcomed the visiting dignitary and matters of mutual interests were discussed during the meeting. Baligh Ur Rehman said that both Pakistan and Turkey are brotherly countries and enjoying cordial relations. The Ambassador of Turkey said that the two countries have exemplary ties in all fields including education and these relations will be further enhanced in future. The Federal Minister lauded Turkey for its progress in all fields including technology, education, economy etc. The two sides also discussed matters related to education and pledged to enhance cooperation in the field of education. The Federal Minister said that the promotion of quality education is the priority of the government of Pakistan. He said that funding for education sector in Pakistan has been increased. He said that number of out of school children has phenomenally reduced in the country and enrolment has accelerated. The Federal Minister said that students from other countries are studying in different educational institutions in Pakistan. Turkish Ambassador noted that Pakistan is peaceful and established country. He said that Turkish students are studying in Pakistan and they are satisfied with the quality of education here. He said that Turkey will also offer scholarships to Pakistani students to study in Turkey.
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