In a landmark step to strengthen Pakistan–China collaboration in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) signed formal agreements with 24 leading Chinese institutes and organizations during a high-profile ceremony in Beijing. The signing coincided alongside the official visit of Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and was witnessed by Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain, who attended as Chief Guest.

Representing Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Aamir Jan, Executive Director NAVTTC, formalized the agreements. Talking to Gwadar Pro, Yasser Shakoor Chaudhary Director UNI Services International (Pvt) Ltd said that notably, 13 high-level agreements were facilitated through the collaboration of ITMC Technology Co. Ltd China and UNI Pakistan. The Chinese delegation was led by Wang Peng, Managing Director ITMC China, and Max Ma, CEO UNI Pakistan, alongside senior officials from partner institutions.

A key milestone was the launch of the China–Pakistan Industry and Education Integration International Service Centre, envisioned as a hub for joint training, curriculum innovation, and industry-driven education. The cooperation framework includes a Memorandum of Understanding between NAVTTC, ITMC China, and UNI International, along with Letters of Cooperation with top Chinese vocational colleges.

The partnership will introduce specialized TVET programs aligned with the Digital Pakistan vision, focusing on Chinese language instruction, trainer development, and capacity building in e-commerce, digital media, software development, and modern agriculture. Plans also include establishing Centres of Excellence and developing industry-relevant curricula.

Guided by the principle of “Services for the Youth and Services for the Future”, this initiative aims to equip thousands of Pakistani youth with globally competitive skills, expand employment opportunities, and deepen educational and technological ties between the two nations.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP) — Pak-China