The seminar featured a distinguished panel including Ambassador Shamshad Ahmad Khan, Dr. Salman Shah, Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, Maj Gen (R) Farhan Akhtar, and Lt Gen (R) Shafaat Ullah Shah. Their collective experience offered a deep dive into the strategic, economic, and geopolitical dimensions of the relationship. H.E. Zhao Shiren, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China, was the Chief Guest and brought a valuable diplomatic perspective to the dialogue.
The discussion emphasized the importance of historical continuity, strategic trust, and expanding collaboration in areas such as trade, infrastructure, education, and cultural exchange. Panelists stressed the need for strengthening people-to-people ties and promoting mutual understanding through academic cooperation.
The seminar reaffirmed BNU’s commitment to fostering informed policy discourse and highlighted the vital role of academic platforms in facilitating constructive international engagement.
