Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has launched the Inspire Initiative, a new programme from the Ministry of Information Technology aimed at nurturing semiconductor professionals for industry research and education. The Inspire Initiative seeks to strengthen the pipeline of skilled talent needed for research-driven growth in semiconductor technology.
The Ministry of Information Technology developed the Inspire Initiative to support both academic institutions and industry partners as they prepare a workforce capable of meeting evolving technical demands. By focusing on practical research and educational pathways, the programme is designed to create more opportunities for applied learning and industry collaboration in the semiconductor field.
Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, Chairman of PM Youth Programme (PMYP), attended the launch and emphasized the importance of building local expertise. Several federal ministers were also present to show cross-government support for the Inspire Initiative and its goals for advancing technology education.
The launch of the Inspire Initiative marks a concerted effort to align government, education and industry priorities around semiconductor research and skills development. Observers say the move could help cultivate a stronger domestic talent base capable of contributing to Pakistan’s broader technology and innovation objectives.
