ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan today (Friday) has asserted that the future of Pakistan was linked with science and technology.
The remarks came while chairing a meeting, called to discuss various projects of the science ministry. The meeting was attended by Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry, Advisor Abdul Razzaq Dawood, Secretary Finance, Chairman FBR and other senior officials.
Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhary presented a roadmap for increasing the capacity of the country in the production and exports of medical equipment.
On the occasion, PM Imran approved a project related to the promotion of science, technology, engineering, and Mathematics education in 400 higher secondary schools where labs will be set up for the purpose.
The meeting was informed that the project will be executed with the cooperation of universities and it will help to provide the latest education to 100,000 children.
The meeting was also apprised about the progress made so far towards the establishment of Engineering and Emerging Technology University at the Prime Minister House.
The premier commended the efforts of the Science Ministry for domestic production of protective kits, ventilators and other equipment during a pandemic. He also directed the ministry to finalize all its projects so that implementation on them could be started.
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