The First Secretary of the Embassy of Somalia in Pakistan met with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, to explore avenues for academic collaboration and support for prospective Somali students.

According to the university information today, Mohammed Abdulkadir Osman, the First Secretary representing the Somali mission, held the high-level discussion with UET Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Shahid Munir (TI). The dialogue marks a proactive step by the Somali government to seek advanced educational opportunities for its citizens in Pakistan”s reputable technical institutions.

The meeting, which took place at the university, is understood to have focused on creating frameworks for student exchange programs, potential scholarships, and facilitating the admission process for students from the Horn of Africa nation wishing to pursue engineering and technology disciplines.

This interaction highlights a mutual interest in fostering international cooperation in the higher education sector. Such partnerships are crucial for UET in enhancing its global footprint and diversifying its campus community, while offering Somalia a vital channel to develop skilled professionals in critical technical fields.

While specific details of the agreements or outcomes from the talks have not yet been made public, the engagement itself signals a strong commitment from both parties to build a durable educational bridge between the two countries, according to a statement from the University of Engineering and Technology.