Lahore
\nPakistan Single Window (PSW) and Government College University Lahore (GCUL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry, with a focus on entrepreneurship, trade facilitation, and practical skill development for students.
\nThe partnership strengthens engagement between higher education institutions and Pakistan Single Window, supporting closer alignment between academic learning and PSW\u2019s digital trade facilitation platforms in line with evolving trade practices.
\nThe MoU brings together PSW and GCUL\u2019s Department of Entrepreneurship (DoE GCUL) to provide students with exposure to trade processes, digital trade systems, and business compliance requirements, helping them understand the connection between entrepreneurship, innovation, and participation in local and global markets.
\nUnder the agreement, PSW will provide technical expertise, training, mentorship, and internship opportunities, enabling students to engage with PSW\u2019s trade facilitation platforms and gain hands-on experience in import-export processes, regulatory frameworks, digital trade solutions, and emerging trends in sustainable trade.
\nGCUL will support student participation and work closely with PSW to deliver workshops, seminars, and experiential learning programs, with a strong emphasis on gender-inclusive entrepreneurship and targeted mentorship for women students to help reduce barriers to participation in trade and business.
\nSpeaking on the occasion, Syed Aftab Haider, Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan Single Window, said: \u201cPakistan Single Window is committed to empowering future entrepreneurs by simplifying access to trade and providing practical tools that enable businesses to grow beyond borders.
\nThis collaboration with Government College University Lahore allows us to engage students early, build trade awareness, and support the next generation of business leaders with real-world exposure, including an understanding of how sustainability is shaping global trade.\u201d
\nProf. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry, Vice Chancellor of Government College University Lahore, added: \u201cThis partnership reflects GCUL\u2019s focus on meaningful industry engagement that enhances student learning beyond the classroom.
\nBy working closely with Pakistan Single Window, we aim to equip our students with practical knowledge, relevant skills, and exposure to national trade systems that will strengthen their entrepreneurial journey.\u201d
\nThrough this collaboration, Pakistan Single Window continues to support the Digital Pakistan vision by connecting future entrepreneurs with modern trade systems, strengthening trade readiness, and building awareness of sustainable trade practices relevant in global markets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Lahore Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Government College University Lahore (GCUL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry, with a focus on entrepreneurship, trade facilitation, and practical skill development for students. The partnership strengthens engagement between higher education institutions and Pakistan Single Window, supporting closer alignment between academic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":531759,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-531734","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n