02/09/2026
PVTC - Punjab Vocational Training Council Highlights AI-Enabled Skills Development at Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry Economic Policy Dialogue 🇵🇰🤖
The 3rd/2026 Meeting of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & IndustryCentral Standing Committee on National Economic Policies & Reforms was held at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry Regional Office, Lahore, under the chairmanship of Mr. Zaki Aijaz, Regional Chairman & Vice President, FPCCI.
Ms. Samia Saleem, Managing Director, PVTC - Punjab Vocational Training Council, participated as Guest of Honor and highlighted PVTC’s contribution to skills development, youth employability and economic empowerment through demand-driven and AI-enabled vocational training.
The meeting focused on the important agenda:
“AI & Governance: Preparing Pakistan’s Youth and Workforce for an AI-Enabled Economy”
Ms. Samia Saleem shared how PVTC is integrating AI and digital competencies into vocational training to equip youth with future-ready skills aligned with the evolving needs of industry and the labour market.
She also highlighted the importance of continuously updating vocational training, strengthening industry linkages and creating pathways through work-based training, internships, apprenticeships and employment opportunities to ensure that Pakistan’s youth can effectively participate in the emerging AI-enabled economy.
The session, convened by Ms. Sam Dada, Convener of the Committee, brought together stakeholders from diverse sectors including chambers of commerce, manufacturing, textile, construction, business incubation, higher education and industry.
Ms. Saira Iftikhar, former MPA and Member Council, also participated in the meeting, alongside other distinguished stakeholders who contributed valuable insights on skills development, employability and Pakistan’s economic priorities.
The dialogue provided a meaningful platform for public-private collaboration and policy dialogue, reinforcing the importance of an industry-responsive skills ecosystem for a productive, competitive and future-ready Pakistan.
Skilling youth. Embracing AI. Empowering Pakistan’s economy. 🇵🇰
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