Asif Ali Khan
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi met Higher Education Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr Niaz Ahmed to discuss higher education reforms, university development and ways to improve academic standards across the province.
The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between the HEC and the provincial government to improve the performance of universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Both sides emphasised the need to enhance academic quality, improve university governance and promote a strong research culture in higher education institutions.
They also discussed developing a joint strategy to address challenges facing universities and improve their overall performance.
The meeting highlighted the importance of providing modern educational and research opportunities for students and faculty members. Both sides also agreed on strengthening the higher education network in the province.
The participants stressed the need to modernise higher education and align research and development activities with contemporary academic and technological requirements.
The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the higher education system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and expanding opportunities for young people.
The meeting underscored the importance of coordination between the provincial government and the HEC to improve university standards, promote research and support the long-term development of higher education across the province.
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