Golden Opportunity for Government Employees: Study in Japan on Scholarship
Great news for federal government employees in Pakistan! A new scholarship agreement has been signed between Pakistan and Japan, opening doors for selected officials to pursue a master’s degree at top universities in Japan.
Agreement Signed to Expand Human Resource Scholarship
The Ministry of Economic Affairs has announced that the Government of Japan will offer a grant of 379 million Japanese Yen through the Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) program to support higher education for Pakistani government officials. The purpose of this initiative is to support Pakistan in building a stronger and more skilled public sector workforce.
As part of this collaboration, 16 federal government employees will be selected to study for a master’s degree at prestigious Japanese institutions. These individuals will receive full funding, including tuition, living expenses, and travel costs.
Ongoing Partnership Since 2018
This program has already sent seven batches of Pakistani government officials to Japan since 2018, focusing on areas such as economics, public policy, and development planning. The new batch will continue this journey of professional growth and cross-cultural exchange.
Ceremony and Remarks
The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Kazim Niaz, Secretary of Economic Affairs, and Mr. WADA Mitsuhiro, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan. Both sides appreciated the strong and long-standing friendship between Pakistan and Japan and reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening future cooperation.
The Japanese Ambassador highlighted that both the Government of Japan and JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) remain fully committed to supporting Pakistan’s development goals.
Additional Information
The scholarship program is not only an academic opportunity but also a platform for leadership training and international exposure. Upon returning, participants are expected to contribute to national development through their enhanced skills and knowledge.
For details, visit the Economic Affairs Ministry site or follow JICA Pakistan updates.
