PESHAWAR
\nIn a significant step towards addressing persistent economic and developmental challenges, the Oxford University Alumni of Pakistan successfully organised a comprehensive one-day event titled \u2018National Dialogue on Pakistan\u2019s Permacrises.\u201d
\nThe event was held at the historic Governor\u2019s House in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), bringing together distinguished Oxford alumni to foster a dialogue on Pakistan\u2019s critical issues.
\nThis dialogue was designed to start critical conversations on Pakistan\u2019s enduring economic difficulties and explore viable solutions for the country\u2019s sustainable development, says a press release.
\nThe dialogue commenced with an address by Asif Ullah Khan, who underscored the importance of a National Dialogue, particularly at the grassroots, in resolving Pakistan\u2019s permacrisis.
\nThe event was divided into three insightful panel discussions, each tackling essential themes relevant to Pakistan\u2019s future.
\nThe first panel discussion focused on \u201cTreading on the Path to Sustainable Economic Development\u201d and \u201cRethinking Health and Education in Pakistan for Sustainable Development.\u201d
\nPanellists Moeen Abbas and Dr Usman Lashari delved into strategies for economic stability and the crucial role of education and health in sustainable growth. The session was moderated by Mohsin.
\nThe second session, moderated by Zile Huma, addressed the themes of \u2018Making Money Move for Climate Action\u2019 and \u2018Taking Our Innovation Ecosystem to the Next Level: Missing Ingredients.\u2019
\nPanellists Mikaeel Malik, Dr Waqas Mahmood and Dr Faisal Khan shared their insights on how financial strategies and innovation can be leveraged to combat climate change and accelerate Pakistan\u2019s technological advancement.
\nThe final panel discussion, led by moderator Abdul Wasay, explored the \u2018Dividends of Entrepreneurship\u2019 and the role of \u2018Sports as a Driving Force for Economic Growth.\u2019 Barrister Taimur Malik and Ali Khan Tareen discussed how entrepreneurship and sports can generate economic opportunities and foster national development.
\nThe dialogue was attended by a diverse group of participants, including members of academia, political representatives, private sector, sports figures, civil servants, and media professionals. This event not only highlighted the complex issues facing Pakistan but also provided a platform for actionable recommendations.
\nOxford alumni emphasised the need to use this platform to kick start essential conversations for the state\u2019s benefit, urging all sectors to unite for transformative change.
\nGovernor KP, Faisal Karim Kundi, in his closing remarks, lauded the efforts of the Oxford University Alumni for initiating this much needed conversation. He encouraged the continuation of such dialogues across KP and other provinces.
\nA renowned band from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Khumaryam, gave a live musical performance at the event\u2019s closing.
\nThe dialogue was well attended by 23 Oxford Alumni members from across Pakistan. The Oxford University Alumni of Pakistan is committed to extending this dialogue series to other provinces to have constructive discussions to achieve national progress and sustainable development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PESHAWAR In a significant step towards addressing persistent economic and developmental challenges, the Oxford University Alumni of Pakistan successfully organised a comprehensive one-day event titled \u2018National Dialogue on Pakistan\u2019s Permacrises.\u201d The event was held at the historic Governor\u2019s House in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), bringing together distinguished Oxford alumni to foster a dialogue on Pakistan\u2019s critical […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-428779","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-peshawar"},"yoast_head":"\n