The National Skills University Islamabad will unite with the global community in celebrating World Youth Skills Day 2025, with a special focus on ‘Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills.’ Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Education and Professional Training, will be the Chief Guest for this significant national event, reflecting on its global significance. Her keynote address and participation in a symbolic walk will underscore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and digital skills worldwide.
This event is not just significant, it’s inspiring and full of hope. The National Skills University Islamabad, as the UNESCO-UNEVOC Center, plays a pivotal role in shaping Pakistan’s digital future. It is a beacon of hope, a shining example of Pakistan’s broader goal of preparing its youth for a digitally driven future.
Minister of State for Education, Ms. Wajiha Qamar’s participation clearly demonstrates the federal government’s strong commitment to integrating advanced technologies into skills education. Her interactions with students and faculty will provide insights into national efforts to develop inclusive, forward-thinking educational policies focused on youth development through innovation. This reassures Pakistani youth about the future of skills education through digital learning.
At the heart of this celebration lies the dynamic transformation of the National Skills University Islamabad, which has rapidly risen to prominence as Pakistan’s only federally chartered skills-focused university. With its main campus in the capital and the fast-developing Sarmad Tanveer Campus in Muridke, Sheikhupura, NSU spearheads change through robust training programs in artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and emerging technologies. These programs are developed and designed in consultation with UNESCO-UNEVOC partners to meet international standards and equip Pakistani youth with the tools they need to thrive in the global knowledge economy.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Mukhtar, the Founding Vice Chancellor of the National Skills University Islamabad, has been the driving force behind its extraordinary transformation. Through his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment, a once-neglected institution has been reimagined as a dynamic, world-class university at the forefront of skills education in Pakistan. His strategic approach has cultivated an ecosystem where academic excellence, cutting-edge technical training, and industry collaboration intersect, empowering students to become innovators and leaders in the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century. Under his stewardship, NSU is a national model and a beacon of what is possible when purpose, planning, and perseverance align.
The World Youth Skills Day 2025 at the NSU will highlight achievements and the ambitions of students empowered by AI, communities uplifted through access to digital tools, and a nation determined to lead in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The university community feels very honored for Ms. Wajiha Qamar joining World Youth Skills Day 2025 celebrations, sending a message to the entire world about how much the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training is cognizant and caring about the digital transformation of education and implementing artificial intelligence at various levels of skills learning.
World Youth Skills Day 2025 will bring global attention to the National Skills University Islamabad, where policy meets purpose, and ambition meets action. Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, signals more than ceremonial support; it is a powerful affirmation of Pakistan’s resolve to place its youth at the heart of digital progress.
What unfolds tomorrow is more than a celebration. It is a national statement of confidence in the transformative power of skills, belief in the boundless potential of young minds, and collective commitment to building a future where no dream is left behind for lack of digital opportunity. At NSU, the future isn’t approaching. It’s already here, coding, creating, and leading its way.
