Ambassador participates in policy dialogue at Oxford University

PARIS May 22 (APP) , (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point news - 23rd May, 2026) Pakistan’s ambassador to France and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch participated in a policy dialogue organized by the Department of Education, University of Oxford, on the theme: “How can policies make education equitable for all?”

Ambassador Baloch highlighted the importance of dialogue between policy makers, academia, and civil society to strengthen coherence and coordination in education policies.

She outlined UNESCO’s education agenda and highlighted its important role in advancing access to education through policy guidance, technical cooperation, and support for inclusive education systems.

She briefed the participants on Pakistan’s consistent support for UNESCO’s efforts in promoting equity and access in education and exploring innovative financing for education.

Ambassador Baloch also noted the challenge of out-of-school children and briefed the participants on Pakistan’s Education Emergency Plan to expand access, strengthen foundational learning, improve digital inclusion, and enhance girls’ education.