Islamabad: The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training has successfully completed the recruitment process for Pakistan Chair in Urdu and Pakistan Studies, University of Tehran, Iran.
Mr. Zahid Munir Khan Amir, Director Urdu Development & Translation Centre, Punjab University Oriental College, University of Punjab, Lahore has been appointed as Scholar in the University of Tehran, Iran. The chair is important instruments for enhancing the recognition of Pakistan in the field of academia around the world.
Moreover, it is meant to introduce the history, culture, and language of Pakistan to various globally renowned universities. After detailed deliberation, the Letter of Cooperation (LOC) was signed on 17th July, 2023 between Government Pakistan and University of Tehran, Iran.
The chair had fallen vacant in 2008. The chair, Zahid Munir Khan Amir, will carry out research in Urdu & Pakistan Studies and undertake such teaching duties in consultation with the relevant teaching department of the University.