ACS South Punjab Highlights Role of Tech-Driven Research in Economic Growth

MULTAN, Pakistan — In a compelling discourse on the future of economic growth in South Punjab, Fuad Hashim Rabbani, the Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of South Punjab, emphasized the transformative power of tech-driven research. During a meeting with Professor Dr. Muhammad Kamran, Vice-Chancellor of MNS University of Engineering and Technology (MNS-UET), Rabbani highlighted how integrating artificial intelligence in industry, robotics, and advanced energy solutions could redefine economic progress.

The meeting coincided with the successful conclusion of an engineering and applied sciences conference organized by MNS University of Engineering and Technology, which spotlighted cutting-edge research and development in Pakistan. The event featured special sessions on artificial intelligence, green technologies in Pakistan, and industrial automation in Pakistan—fields poised to shape the future of global industries.

Praising the university’s efforts, Rabbani called the conference a significant step toward bridging academia and industry for sustainable growth. He underlined that fostering closer collaboration among these sectors is crucial for achieving long-term economic sustainability. “Today’s research lays the groundwork for tomorrow’s industries and economy,” Rabbani stated, stressing the need to transform scientific advancements into practical solutions that drive economic progress.

He reiterated the government’s strategic vision of establishing Pakistan as a hub of technological advancements, with South Punjab economic development through technology playing a pivotal role. By adopting modern innovations, the region aims to boost industrial automation and agricultural productivity, positioning itself at the forefront of economic innovation.

The conference and Rabbani’s remarks reflect a growing recognition within Pakistan’s leadership of the critical role that tech-driven research plays in economic transformation. As South Punjab embraces artificial intelligence, robotics, and green technologies, the region appears poised to leverage innovation as a catalyst for sustainable growth.