KARACHI — In a landmark development for the country’s academic sector, Baqai Medical University has
been designated as the host for the upcoming 6th International Conference of the Pakistan Network of
Quality Assurance in Higher Education (PNQAHE), scheduled to take place from April 13 to April 15,
2026. This high-profile hosting honors Baqai Medical University’s long-standing leadership in institutional
excellence and its pioneering role in community-oriented medical education.
The prestigious three-day event, held under the theme “Catalyzing Global Citizenship: The Strategic Role
of Quality Assurance in Internationalizing Higher Education,” will transform Karachi into a global hub for
academic discourse. The conference is set to feature an extraordinary lineup of world-renowned keynote
speakers and quality assurance authorities, including Stig Arne Skjerven from Norway, Chair of
UNESCO’s Global Convention on Recognition of Qualifications; Dr. Cato Rolea from the UK, a specialist
in AI strategies and digital transformation; and Dr. Samya Awadh Al Shanfari, Executive Director at
Muscat University, Oman.
The international delegation further includes Prof. Ramazan Bayindir, Vice President of Gazi University,
Turkey; Mr. Simone Ravaioli, a global leader in academic innovation from Italy; and Prof. Dr. Selva Staub,
a prominent evaluator for international accreditation bodies. These experts, along with Dr. Bassam
AlHamad of Bahrain and Daniel Lanz, will join national academic leaders to address the integration of
global benchmarks within the Pakistani higher education framework.
For Baqai Medical University, hosting this international summit serves as a testament to its institutional
stature and its commitment to fostering a globally competitive academic environment. The conference will
provide a vital platform for Vice Chancellors, researchers, and Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC)
professionals from over 250 universities across Pakistan to engage in technical sessions and scholarly
exchanges.
As Baqai Medical University prepares to welcome national and international delegates, the event is
expected to significantly strengthen international academic collaborations and solidify the university’s
reputation as a cornerstone of quality education in the region. Detailed schedules and registration
protocols for the sessions will be released by the university’s organizing committee in the coming weeks.
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