Farzana Mansour
Dubai (United Arab Emirates): Faisal Niaz Tarmzi, Ambassador of Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates, visited Synergy University Dubai. The aim of the visit was to explore ways for Pakistani students to benefit from Synergy University’s programmes, in addition to discussing the university’s potential expansion into Pakistan.
During the visit, the Ambassador received a detailed presentation outlining the university’s academic offerings and future development plans by Uzma Sindhu, Deputy Director of Education and Philip Mobio, Partnership Specialist.
The Ambassador also interacted with the university’s faculty, administration and diverse student body, and visited classrooms where he interacted with students of different nationalities.
Ambassador Tarzi took the opportunity to meet with Pakistani students currently enrolled at Synergy University, listen to their experiences, and encourage them to continue excelling in their studies. He also extended an invitation to the university’s international faculty and students to visit Pakistan, highlighting the country’s rich culture and opportunities for educational partnerships.
It was agreed to consider concluding a formal agreement for signing in the future, paving the way for a long-term partnership.
“We are keen to provide our students with access to quality education and support institutions like Synergy University in exploring opportunities within Pakistan,” Ambassador Tarmizi said.
The meeting, which was held with the university administration, was also attended by Professor Zafar Moin Nassar, Professor in the Department of Economics, Cheryl Flavier, Head of the School Agents and Outreach Department, Faisal Ghani, Director of Career Development and Projects, and Waqar Ahmed, Director of Operations.