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Vocational training

In 1962, a landmark legislation laid the foundation of vocational training in Pakistan. The Apprenticeship Ordinance, 1962 was promulgated by the government of Gen Ayub Khan to feed the growing…

Gaps In Training

Gaps in training

People aspiring to pursue a career in various fields choose their vocation based on their interest and aptitude. The more knowledge and expertise they acquire in their respective field, the…

Rebranding TVET

TODAY, when knowledge economies are fuelled by skills, the professionalisation of the technical vocational education and training sector is imperative. Historically the poorer child of education, TVET today is perhaps…

What Pakistan needs to learn from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 has been a game-changer, reshaping the kingdom’s future and setting a bold path for its development. The kingdom, which has traditionally been governed by conservative norms…

Building a skills corridor

Pakistan stands at a clear turning point in its path of progress. The country’s growing youthful population presents the opportunity to harness the demographic dividend for economic and social advancement.…

Balochistan as partner

Balochistan’s isolation is not only geographic or developmental but rooted in questions of power and sovereignty. The province faces an armed separatist movement that seeks not reform, but secession, and…

On the path of stabilization

Pakistan’s economy, long buffeted by structural flaws, cyclical shocks and political instability, is presently showing signs of cautious revival following a period of extraordinary difficulty. The currency has regained marginal…

Realigning business ties with Europe

The European Union Ambassador Dr Riina Kionka is reported to have stated this Tuesday that European companies are recognising Pakistan as a potential business destination and are exploring new avenues…