Islamabad: Minister for Education and Professional Training Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has stressed the need for enhancing expertise in the fields of technology and skills to compete on a global level. He made these remarks while addressing a ceremony in connection with World Youth Skills Day organized by the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission in Islamabad.

According to Radio Pakistan, Dr. Siddiqui emphasized that Pakistan is characterized by determination and passion. He reflected on the purpose of religion being the pursuit of knowledge and truth, highlighting that the competition is not among Pakistanis themselves but with the rest of the world.

Speaking at the same event, Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan noted that Pakistan is currently experiencing a phase where positive news is emerging globally. He stated that the country's global image is improving, and many nations are now eager to collaborate with Pakistan. Khan further articulated that while Pakistan has already demonstrated its strength in the field of technology, it is now time to prove its expertise in the economic domain.

The event was attended by skilled youth from across Pakistan, showcasing the country's potential in various technological and skill-based fields.