Bahria University delegation visits SCCI

SIALKOT, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Jun, 2026) A delegation from Bahria University visited the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) on Tuesday.

Syed Ahtesham Mazhar, President of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), along with Senior Vice President Muhammad Murad Arshad and Vice President Salman Sheikh

welcomed the distinguished guests.

The discussion focused the avenues for enhanced cooperation between academia and industry.

During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on strengthening academia-industry linkages, promoting skill development, and fostering research

collaboration.

The participants emphasized the importance of bridging the gap between educational institutions and the business community to better align academic programs with industry requirements.

The SCCI leadership reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with educational institutions to develop a skilled and competitive workforce, while the Bahria University delegation expressed its interest in building strong partnerships with the business sector to create meaningful opportunities for students and researchers.

Both sides agreed to continue engagement and explore practical avenues for cooperation that would benefit industry, academia, and the broader economy.