ISLAMABAD: Higher E ducation Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr Mukhtar Ahmed has emphasised the significance of collaboration between public-private organisations and joint efforts in order to advance Pakistan`s education sector.

He expressed these views at a meeting organised by the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training to recognise the contributions of its sponsors and attached departments.

The event reinforced the ministry`s commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships, ensuring quality education and professional training for all Pakistanis.

Organisations which collaborated in sponsoring quality education included Savour Foods, OGDCL, Adam and E Travels, ARG Personal Care, Cancer Foundation, PTCL/UFONE, Cheezious, Crunchies, TDPC, Riphah International University, J-7 Emporium, Fauji Ghee, and attached departments of the ministry of education including Federal Board of Intermediate Secondary Education, Federal Directorate of E ducation and National Book Foundation.

Representatives from these organisations received certificates and shields of appreciation, praising their efforts.

Secretary Education Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani expressed gratitude to the sponsors and attached departments for their support.