Iran, Pakistan Discuss Expanding Scientific Cooperation

During the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Uzbekistan, Iran’s Minister of Science, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, and Pakistan’s Minister of State for Education, Wajiha Qamar, held a discussion for furthering bilateral cooperation in the areas of science, technology, and education.

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Iran and Pakistan are looking to deepen their partnership in science, technology, and education. On the sidelines of the 43rd Session of the UNESCO General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Iran’s Minister of Science Hossein Simaei-Sarraf met with the Pakistani Minister of State for Education Wajiha Qamar, to discuss expanding academic and technological cooperation between the two countries.

Both sides stressed that Iran and Pakistan enjoy deep-rooted cultural and historical relations. Qamar praised the remarkable achievements of Iran in digital transformation and technological advancement, saying they served as a model of progress in the region. She pointed out shared cultural heritage based on poetry, art, and language as a foundation for stronger academic and educational collaboration. Simaei-Sarraf reaffirmed Iran’s readiness to share scientific expertise, encourage student and faculty exchanges, and support joint research initiatives.

The meeting reflected a mutual commitment to leveraging education and technology as key drivers for regional development and closer cooperation between the two neighboring nations.