Who is Khalid Taimur Akram? All about best presenter award winner at Tsinghua forum

Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), was honored with the Best Paper Presentation Award at the prestigious 4th Tsinghua Area Studies Forum. The event took place from July 2 to July 4 at Tsinghua University, one of the world’s leading universities.

About the Forum and Participation

The forum is a major international gathering of experts in international relations and global development. This year, about 250 scholars and experts from 100 countries attended the three-day conference. The forum’s theme was “Beyond Regions: Emerging Issues for the Global South.”

Khalid Taimur Akram’s Award-Winning Presentation

Mr. Akram’s presentation was titled “Harnessing the Digital Economy for Inclusive Growth in the Global South.” His paper was selected as the best from 250 submissions worldwide.

In his presentation, he focused on how digital technologies can help countries in the Global South achieve inclusive economic growth. He stressed the need for strong policies, better infrastructure, and skilled people to fully benefit from digital economies. He also talked about the importance of protecting consumers and reducing the digital divide between different social groups.

Panel Moderation and Insights

On July 4, Mr. Akram moderated a panel called “Economic Inequality and Governance” as part of the forum’s track on economic development. His insights helped explain new ways for the Global South to use digital tools and legal frameworks for fairer growth.

Forum Panels Overview

The 4th Tsinghua Area Studies Forum included six thematic panels:

1. Geopolitics and Domestic Politics: Discussed global order, conflicts, and regional cooperation.

2. Economic Development: Covered trade, investments, value chains, and sustainable growth.

3. Social Development and Governance: Focused on inequality, health governance, and local governance coordination.

4. Historical Writing and Cultural Inheritance: Explored culture, history, religion, and identity in nation-building.

5. Governing Resources: Discussed green energy, climate cooperation, and political strategies.

6. International Migration and Inclusive Development: Examined migration trends, diversity, and social integration.

Significance of the Award

Khalid Taimur Akram’s recognition at this global forum highlights his important role in promoting inclusive digital economic policies. His work supports cooperation among countries in the Global South to address shared challenges and opportunities.