ISLAMABAD: Higher Education Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr Tariq Banuri on Sunday met Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman Dr Qibla Ayaz and agreed to collaborate on ‘Paigham-e-Pakistan’ agreement.
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) fully supports the aims and objectives of the ‘Paigham-e-Pakistan’ program especially its endeavors to mobilize Pakistani youth, faculty and civil institutions behind a national consensus agenda, said Banuri.
In his remarks, Ayaz termed the ‘Paigham-e-Pakistan’ the most ‘amazing and rewarding agreement’ sponsored by HEC and International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI).
He said that the agreement is a consensus counter narrative to terrorism and extremism sanctioned by all sects in Pakistan. He added that it is an instrument that HEC and all other relevant public and civil institutions should leverage in building inclusive, tolerant, civilized and peaceful societies.
During the meeting, issues pertaining to ‘Seerat Chairs’ and observance of International Day of Peace were also brought under consideration. Various action points were agreed upon in the meeting including regular consultation with vice-chancellors to deliberate on important issues pertaining to the higher education sector, including the support for ‘Paigham-e-Pakistan’.
He urged the use of social media, university radio channels, walks, seminars, lecture, workshops, exhibitions, posters, short film competitions and engagement of civil societies, colleges, schools and NGOs for joint cultural and social activities.
Besides, it was agreed that active coordination may be undertaken for filling the positions of ‘Seerat Chairs’ at universities and enhancing their role and performance.
Dr. Mazhar Saeed, Director General (P&D), Mr. Awais Ahmad, Director General (A&C) and Mr. Abid Wahab, Deputy Director were present in the meeting.