PU Lahore, CGSS organized Specialized Course for Foreign Nationals “Contemporary Dynamics of Pakistan”

PU Lahore, CGSS organized Specialized Course for Foreign Nationals “Contemporary Dynamics of Pakistan”


ISLAMABAD, MAY 7: Specialized Course for Foreign Nationals on, “Contemporary Dynamics of Pakistan” jointly organized by Regional Integration Center, University of the Punjab, Lahore, and Center for Global & Strategic (CGSS), Islamabad.

Contemporary Dynamics of Pakistan is a comprehensive, interactive, informative, and pragmatic program designed for foreign nationals. It aims to sharpen the skills of participants through intensive lecturing, multimedia presentations, and interactive sessions about the host country.

This program will strive to acquaint them better with Pakistan, the foreign nationals may have the golden opportunity to meet with dignified speakers, experts, government officials/policymakers.

The course is complimentary for all participants across the globe and a certificate of participation will be awarded to all participants.

Executive Summary:

Contemporary Dynamics of Pakistan is a comprehensive, interactive, informative, and pragmatic program designed for foreign nationals especially for Eurasia, Middle East, and European Union.

The aim is to make bridges of better understanding and disseminate a true picture of Pakistan, its foreign policy, the importance of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Kashmir issue, political system, democratization, the strategic importance of Central Asian Countries, various energy projects and last but not least tourism. It is also designed to promote cross-cultural understanding.

It is a multidisciplinary and multifaceted program that provides an environment of meaningful and practical learning and personal growth. It allows foreigners to know about the basic characteristics and salient features of Pakistan’s foreign policy, commercial diplomacy, cultural diplomacy, business & investment policies, political system, and tourism opportunities for the further strengthening of bilateral relations, inflows of FDIs, joint ventures and last but not least, diminishing of numerous confusions, contradictions and conspiracy theories.

The courses aim to include intensive lecturing, multimedia presentations, and interactive sessions about the Pakistan. It also includes an overview of the basic concepts and issues relevant to its foreign policy, commercial diplomacy, greater regional connectivity (CPEC), and regional energy cooperation (TAPI & IP, CASA-1000, etc.). Participants joining us from across the globe will also be introduced to Pakistani culture and society, government and politics, as well as its economy.

During their course, the Foreign nationals will have the opportunity to experience and study first hand, Pakistan, its national & regional as well as global strategic policies, history, cultures as well as its prospects and potentials.

Each subject in the curriculum is coordinated and delivered by course coordinators through lectures and interactive sessions. Each lecture typically comprises 60 minutes of talk followed by 30 minutes of Q&A.

Throughout the program, Regional Integration Center (RIC), University of the Punjab, Lahore, and Centre for Global Strategic Studies (CGSS) will strive to promote better understanding and stimulate knowledge-based activities.

Participants will have the opportunity to interact with dignified speakers, experts, government officials/policymakers.

Audience/Attendees:

Foreign Nationals from across the globe are eligible to apply

Program Language:

English

Mode of Communication:

The course will be held online, via Zoom Connection

Speakers

The lectures of this Specialized Course (SDC) will be delivered by subject experts arranged by the University of the Punjab, Lahore, and the Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS), Islamabad.

Both the institutions have a large pool of valuable human resources (national and international) in terms of highly qualified academicians and prominent regional experts who will prove to be a source of inspiration for the participants.

Duration of the Course

The course duration is two weeks.

Learning Methodology

The courses curriculum has eight major modules:

Module 1: The Vibrant History of Pakistan As the past, present, and future are inextricably linked, the importance of history cannot be denied. The true dissemination of historical knowledge is, therefore, a prerequisite for a nation’s development. This module will focus on the vibrant history of Pakistan.

Module 2: Pakistan’s Governance and Political System This module focuses on the governance and political system of Pakistan. It will cover all the major pillars involved to constitute the political system of Pakistan.

Module 3: Pakistan’s Status in the Regional Power Structure The region of which Pakistan is a part is quite diverse and complex since the country is located at the interface of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Pakistan provides great opportunities for the region. This module focuses on the significant role of Pakistan in the regional power structure.

Module 4: Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Outlook This module will focus on the major determinants of Pakistan’s foreign policyand the principles and objectives of Pakistan’s foreign policy. It will also discuss Pakistan’s relationship with other countries and also the latest developments in Pakistan’s foreign policy vis-à-vis the Kashmir issue.

Module 5: Pakistan’s Culture & Society Pakistan has a rich and unique culture that has preserved established traditions throughout history. This module will highlight the enriched Pakistani culture and would also focus on the importance of the customs and traditions of Pakistan. It would also discuss the current socio-cultural patterns of society.

Module 6: Pakistan and International Political Economy This module focuses on the significant role of Pakistan in the International economy including major international projects i.e., CPEC, TAPI, IP, and CASA-1000

Module 7: Tourism Potential of Pakistan

Pakistan is a prominent tourist destination and this module will focus and highlight the tourism potential of the country. A country with diverse cultures and natural beauty, Pakistan is a heaven for any tourist.

Module 8: Pakistan’s Energy Cooperation in South and Central Asia Pakistan has tremendous potential for cooperation in the energy sector. This module will highlight various sectors in which Pakistan can prove to be a major contributor to South and Central Asia.


Application Process

The filled Application form should be submitted by email to infocgss@yahoo.com by 25th May 2021. For any queries, please contact: Ms. Palwasha Nawaz, Project Executive, Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS), Islamabad at infocgss@yahoo.com Mobile: +92 306 5281927

All interested candidates must submit the following documents to be

considered for the program:

1. Application Form

2. Resume

Certificates

Certificates of participation are awarded to participants upon completion of the program.

You are requested to Share your resume at infocgss@yahoo.com for registrations.

Kindly find attached the application form and detailed concept note of the course.

To know more about University of the Punjab Lahore, kindly visit:

http://www.pu.edu.pk/

To know more about CGSS, kindly visit:

http://cgss.com.pk/

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