A momentous chapter in the advancement of education, research, and economic prosperity was marked with the inauguration of Karachi’s pioneering technology park at the NED University of Engineering and Technology. This transformative initiative, heralded as an industry-based university, is set to reshape Pakistan’s technological landscape.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Federal Minister for Energy, Amaz Shahzad, Professor Dr. Suroosh Lodhi of Sheikh-ul-Jamia University, Dr. Asad Arifin, CEO of Entry Tech Sciences and Technology Park, Turkish Consul General Jalal Jamil Sango, Sri Lankan Consul General Jagat Abhirana, Dr. Aftab Haq, Vice-Chancellor of DHA Suffa University, Nadim Hussain Rukmi Bank, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Muhammad Tafael, and other prominent city figures.
Amid the ceremony, Federal Minister for Energy, Amaz Shahzad, emphasized the pivotal role of educational institutions in propelling progress. He highlighted the integral connection between education, technology, and economic stability. Given the rapid global technological evolution, the establishment of a technology park – an industry-based university – emerges as a pioneering stride towards economic vitality.
Lauding the paradigm of public-private partnership, Professor Dr. Suroosh Lodhi underscored the University of Entry Sciences and Technology Park’s collaborative ethos, extolling it as a model for other institutions. He stressed the far-reaching impact of the technology park, projecting opportunities for rejuvenation, exploration, and employment. Encouraging participation not only from the Entry Sciences and Technology Park community but also from other local universities, Dr. Lodhi envisioned a collaborative educational ecosystem.
Abdullah Al-Mutairi, Kuwaiti COO, extended accolades to the Kuwait-Pakistan synergy in bringing the technology park to fruition. He highlighted that beyond strengthening bilateral relations, the park instills Kuwait-friendly sentiments among Pakistani students. Al-Mutairi revealed Kuwait’s substantial contribution – a funding of 2.4 billion for the technology park building – accentuating its significance in enabling superior research prospects and contributing to Pakistan’s economic stride.
A moment of institutional commitment was marked with the signing of an MOU between Registrar Entry University, Syed Ghazanfar Hussain, and CEO of Entry Holding Company, Yasser Malik. The ceremony also unveiled the architectural model of the technology park building, symbolizing a future brimming with educational excellence, research breakthroughs, and economic vibrancy for Karachi and beyond.
The establishment of this technology park stands as a testament to Pakistan’s unwavering dedication to nurturing academic brilliance, innovation, and technological advancement. Serving as Karachi’s premier technology hub, it holds the promise of illuminating pathways to groundbreaking research, revitalization endeavors, and job creation. This monumental project embodies a remarkable collaborative endeavor, reflecting the shared determination of Kuwaiti and Pakistani stakeholders to fuel education, research, and economic growth within the region.
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