GEMS & City & Guilds Join Forces to Empower 50,000 Pakistani Youth

ISLAMABAD - May 22, 2025 - PRLog -- Islamabad, Pakistan – In a landmark achievement for education in Pakistan, GEMS Education UAE and City & Guilds have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide 50,000 internationally recognized vocational certifications to Pakistani youth. This historic collaboration will be executed through GEMS Pathway Pakistan, a leading academic platform accredited to deliver world-class training and qualifications nationwide.

The MoU ceremony was held in the esteemed presence of Madam Wajiha Qamar, Federal Minister of State for the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, who praised the initiative as a critical milestone in Pakistan's drive toward skill-based education and global competitiveness.

With 35+ accredited institutes operating across the country, GEMS Pathway Pakistan plays a pivotal role in transforming Pakistan's technical and vocational education landscape. The initiative aligns with national frameworks and is recognized by NAVTTC, IBCC, and key federal ministries, ensuring both credibility and quality.

This partnership marks a new era of opportunity for thousands of students across Pakistan," said Muhammad Irshad, Head of Quality Assurance at GEMS Pathway Pakistan. "Our collaboration with City & Guilds ensures that every certified student gains a competitive edge in both local and international job markets. We are not only certifying individuals we are shaping futures and contributing to a skilled, self-reliant Pakistan.

This initiative reflects a powerful vision: to empower the Pakistani youth with future-ready, global skills and create pathways to prosperity through education. With vocational training as a backbone, the goal is to reduce unemployment, strengthen the workforce, and drive sustainable national development.

Here's to building a skilled, empowered Pakistan one certification at a time.