Tianjin: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) collaboration between Pakistan and China to create opportunities for sustainable economic growth. He expressed these views during his visit to the Luban Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Exhibition Hall in Tianjin, China.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Deputy Prime Minister noted that this cooperation not only enhances Pakistan’s human capital but also contributes to the broader Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. During his visit, Dar was briefed on the operations of Luban Workshops and their existing cooperation with Pakistan.

Ishaq Dar also engaged with the Chinese hosts to discuss further deepening cooperation under the Luban Framework, focusing on scaling up joint efforts in technical and vocational education in new and emerging industries. The Deputy Prime Minister met with Pakistani students receiving training through the Luban Initiative, discussing their learning experience and future prospects. He underscored the importance of equipping Pakistan’s youth with advanced technical skills to meet the evolving industrial needs.

Luban Workshops, established by Tianjin municipal authorities, have become a global model for sharing high-quality technical education.