**NUST Joins Prestigious SCO University Alliance for Digital Economy Education**
The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has joined leading universities from across the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) states in launching the SCO University Alliance for Digital Economy Education, a strategic initiative aimed at advancing digital education and cross-border collaboration in fields such as artificial intelligence, big data, and e-commerce.
Rector NUST, Dr. Muhammad Zahid Latif, attended the formal signing ceremony at Nankai University, China, alongside representatives of internationally renowned institutions including Tsinghua University, Peking University, Fudan University, Renmin University, and leading universities from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. The alliance signifies a concerted effort among SCO nations to collectively build a robust digital education ecosystem, shaping the future of education and workforce development in the region.
The newly formed Alliance aspires to create a high-standard community focused on digital economy education. Its objectives include fostering open academic collaboration, promoting interdisciplinary integration, and supporting joint talent cultivation. By concentrating on cutting-edge domains such as artificial intelligence, big data, and cross-border e-commerce, the alliance aims to equip students and professionals with the knowledge and skills vital for sustainable development in an increasingly digital global economy.
NUST’s participation represents a significant opportunity to contribute to and benefit from regional academic cooperation. The university reaffirmed its commitment to preparing future-ready talent and reinforcing the region’s knowledge economy through active engagement in this initiative.
The launch of the SCO University Alliance for Digital Economy Education marks a major milestone in regional academic ties and digital education, positioning all participating institutions for leadership in shaping the future of the digital economy.
