{"id":490320,"date":"2025-07-15T09:24:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T04:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=490320"},"modified":"2025-07-15T09:24:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T04:24:04","slug":"pakistan-youth-must-upskill-for-automation-driven-future-icci","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/pakistan-youth-must-upskill-for-automation-driven-future-icci\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan youth must upskill for automation-driven future: ICCI"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nPresident Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, has emphasized that in an era where automation is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, it is crucial for the country\u2019s youth to equip themselves with future-facing skills to not just survive, but thrive in the evolving economic landscape.<br \/>\nHe made these remarks while addressing a group of young entrepreneurs who visited the Chamber House on Monday. On this occasion, ICCI Senior Vice President Abdul Rehman Siddiqui and Vice President Nasir Mehmood Chaudhry were also present.<br \/>\nHighlighting the immense potential of Pakistan\u2019s youth, the ICCI President stressed the urgent need for skill-based training to help the younger generation view rapid technological changes as opportunities rather than threats. \u201cThe future belongs to those who can adapt, innovate and lead in a tech-driven world,\u201d he said.<br \/>\nNasir Mansoor Qureshi urged academic institutions to revamp their teaching methodologies by integrating problem-based learning, real-world case studies, and simulations that foster forward-thinking, creativity, and confidence among students.<br \/>\nHe further encouraged young people to become tech-agile and open to emerging career paths such as digital entrepreneurship, remote freelancing, and content creation\u2014viable alternatives to conventional employment.<br \/>\nReaffirming the Chamber\u2019s commitment to this cause, Qureshi said, \u201cICCI is dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and industry through strategic collaborations to prepare our youth for the challenges and opportunities of the future.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, has emphasized that in an era where automation is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, it is crucial for the country\u2019s youth to equip themselves with future-facing skills to not just survive, but thrive in the evolving economic landscape. 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