17/06/2026
A high-level delegation from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), accompanied by representatives of NTC International Co., Ltd. and KPMG, visited the University of Sargodha and held a productive meeting with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas.
During the meeting, both sides discussed potential areas of collaboration in agriculture, value addition, agri-business development, climate-smart farming, food processing, and research commercialization. The discussions focused on exploring opportunities for joint research, technology transfer, capacity building, and sustainable rural development initiatives.
The delegation and university leadership also deliberated on strengthening industry-academia linkages, promoting international partnerships, and enhancing knowledge exchange to support innovation-driven growth and regional development.
Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas highlighted the university’s commitment to advancing research that addresses socio-economic challenges and contributes to sustainable development. He expressed optimism that collaboration with JICA and its partners would open new avenues for academic excellence and community impact.
The visit marked an important step toward fostering strategic international cooperation and reinforcing the University of Sargodha’s vision of becoming a globally connected, research-intensive institution.