BY : Hurish Shah / FT
ISLAMABAD — Coordinator Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) Afnan Mashal has emphasized the importance of empowering Pakistan’s youth with education, skills, entrepreneurship and leadership capabilities to enable their meaningful participation in national development.
Speaking at the inaugural and oath-taking ceremony of the Youth Senate Organization of Pakistan (YSOP), Afnan Mashal said structured platforms for youth engagement could help develop leadership qualities, political awareness and a sense of responsibility among young people.
ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood stressed that Pakistan’s future depended on effectively harnessing the potential of its young population. Former Senator Mian Mohammad Atiq highlighted political awareness, democratic values, tolerance and informed debate among youth.
Ambassador Dr. Shahid Amin Khan emphasized human rights, inclusiveness, tolerance and responsible citizenship, while YSOP Founder Dr. Sheraz Khan said the organization aimed to develop skilled, ethical and productive young people for a progressive and empowered Pakistan.
The ceremony was attended by youth leaders, newly inducted office-bearers and prominent figures, including ICCI Vice President Irfan Chaudhry, former President Mohammad Ejaz Abbasi, Council Member Chaudhry Masood, Executive Member Zulqurnain Abbasi and former SVP Khalid Chaudhry.
