Daily Times

LAHORE – Information Technology University (ITU) and the US embassy on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding to build a Lincoln Corner inside the university premises, Daily Times has learnt.

The agreement was inked by ITU Vice Chancellor Dr Umar Saif and Deputy Chief of Mission for the American Embassy in Pakistan Jonathan Pratt.

Located within universities, public libraries, and other institutions, Lincoln Corners are platforms for providing information about the United States, English language learning, EducationUSA, cultural programmes and alumni activities.

“Lincoln Corner is a great opportunity to build bridges and increase mutual understanding between Pakistan and the United States,” said Dr Umar Saif while talking to the Daily Times.

“Lincoln Corner Lahore will host academic programmes, speakers from the US, and English language activities and cultural events like the Ari Roland Jazz Quartet that recently performed at the university,” said Pratt.

Lincoln Corners are partnerships between the embassy and consulates of the United States of America and selected institutions in Pakistan. These spaces promote open dialogue, counter negative preconceptions, and build bridges of understanding.