Key Takeaways
- Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with TANG Chinese Education & Technology Ltd. and the China Global Professional & Technical Certification Centre (CGPTC).
- The partnership aims to strengthen technical and vocational training, offering new employment pathways for Punjab’s youth.
- Focus areas include internationally recognized certification, trainer capacity building, and industry linkages in various sectors.
The Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has entered into a significant agreement with TANG Chinese Education & Technology Ltd. and the China Global Professional & Technical Certification Centre (CGPTC), aiming to enhance vocational training opportunities for young people in Punjab.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by key figures, including PSDF CEO Ahmed Khan, TANG President and Founder Li Jinsong, and CGPTC CEO Vincent Que. This collaboration underscores the commitment to providing globally recognized skills to Pakistan’s youth.
According to Ahmed Khan, the partnership aligns with Pakistan-China cooperation in equipping young people with internationally acknowledged competencies. He stated, 'This MoU is a testament to our shared vision of building a sustainable skills ecosystem for Punjab’s economy.'
Li Jinsong emphasized the importance of industry-relevant training, saying, 'Our collaboration will ensure that students are better prepared for the demands of the modern job market.' Vincent Que added, 'We will support through digital learning platforms and trainer programmes to enhance capacity building.'
The agreement covers a wide range of sectors including construction, engineering, agriculture, hospitality, artificial intelligence, and e-commerce. The partnership aims to create new employment pathways by focusing on internationally recognized certification programs.
By leveraging the expertise of TANG and CGPTC, PSDF hopes to build a robust skills ecosystem that can connect Punjab’s talent pipeline with global demand. This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in addressing the skill gap and promoting economic growth in the region.
Ahmed Khan further highlighted the significance of this partnership, stating, 'This MoU marks a significant move towards strengthening our vocational training programs and ensuring that our youth are equipped with the skills needed for future employment opportunities.'
The collaboration between PSDF, TANG, and CGPTC is seen as a step forward in enhancing technical and vocational education in Punjab. It aims to provide young people with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in various industries.
This MoU is a testament to our shared vision of building a sustainable skills ecosystem for Punjab’s economy.
Ahmed Khan, PSDF CEO
Our collaboration will ensure that students are better prepared for the demands of the modern job market.
Li Jinsong, TANG President and Founder
We will support through digital learning platforms and trainer programmes to enhance capacity building.
Vincent Que, CGPTC CEO
