SCCI and CUSIT Agree to Strengthen University–Industry Linkages

SCCI and CUSIT Agree to Strengthen University–Industry Linkages

A delegation from the City University (official), led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Safeer Awan, met with SCCI President Mr. Malik Imran Ishaq* at the SCCI Chamber House.

The meeting focused on strengthening university–industry linkages, joint research, technology, internships, skills development, and creating new entrepreneurial opportunities for young people.

SCCI President Mr. Malik Imran Ishaq emphasized the importance of connecting the academic, research, and technological capabilities of universities with the practical needs of industry. He stressed that universities should encourage young people not only to seek traditional employment but also to embrace entrepreneurship, innovation, and business creation, enabling them to become job creators as well as job seekers.

He highlighted the potential for collaboration between the business community of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and universities in areas including research and development, emerging technologies, software, healthcare, pharmaceutical sciences, and other innovative fields.

Vice Chancellor CUSIT Prof. Dr. Muhammad Safeer Awan expressed his commitment to further strengthening collaboration with the business community and said that the university’s students, faculty, and researchers can contribute their expertise and research capabilities to addressing real-world industrial challenges.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to further strengthen university–industry linkages and translate mutual cooperation into practical initiatives.