Islamabad — Deputy Assistant Secretary of State John Mark Pommersheim, during his visit to Islamabad, praised the innovative resources available at the newly established headquarters of the US Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP). The visit included an interactive session with alumni of US exchange programs, reflecting continued people-to-people engagement between the two countries.
Speaking at the event, DAS Pommersheim emphasized the importance of educational collaboration and innovation as key drivers of long-term development. He noted that platforms like USEFP play a vital role in empowering young professionals, scholars, and leaders by providing them with access to global knowledge, skills, and opportunities.
Highlighting the broader impact of such initiatives, he underscored that strengthened US –Pakistan ties, particularly in education and innovation, contribute not only to economic prosperity but also to regional and global security. He described alumni of exchange programs as bridges between societies, capable of fostering mutual understanding and constructive cooperation.
The engagement reaffirmed the shared commitment of both countries to invest in education, innovation, and human development as foundations for a more stable and prosperous future.
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