Shehbaz says girls’ education key to enriching global economy

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed that education of girls is a cause worth fighting for, investing in, and advocating passionately.

Addressing at the opening of the two-day “International Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities: Challenges and Opportunities”, in Islamabad, the prime minister has called for collective efforts to develop scalable and sustainable solutions for girls’ education.

The conference has brought together experts, policymakers and educators from around the world to address major issues surrounding girls’ education in Muslim-majority regions.

The event is being attended by approximately 150 delegates from 47 countries. It aims to identify actionable solutions to the barriers hindering education for girls in these communities.

The participants of the event will also explore opportunities to foster dialogue and promote inclusive educational practices that empower young women.

Meanwhile, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has reached Pakistan after over two years to attend the two-day global conference as a special guest.

Pakistan has been facing a severe education crisis as over 26 million children out of school, which is one of the highest rates in the world.

Shehbaz declared an “education emergency” last year. He said he would enhance the education budget from 1.7 per cent of GDP to 4 per cent over the next five years.