Pakistan Day Supplement March 2022

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Arif Alvi Quaid-e-Azam Imran Khan
President Muhammad Ali Jinnah Prime Minister

Father of the Nation

Ambassador’s Message
My heartiest felicitations to all fellow Pakistanis residing in the
brotherly State of Qatar on the auspicious occasion of the geographic proximity, and convergence of
National Day of Pakistan. On this day in 1940, the Muslims of the interests. These fraternal bonds have been carried
subcontinent had resolved to achieve a separate homeland for forward and strengthened under the guidance of
themselves and then set out to actually achieve it within a short span of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani,
seven years. Amir of the State of Qatar, who has always shown
great support for Pakistan.

The This auspicious day symbolizes the expression of the collective will of Bilateral relations have been greatly strengthened
the Muslims of the subcontinent and is a testament to their unity and in recent times. Frequent leadership level contact
Pakistan unwavering resolve. Through sheer determination and a peaceful and and exchange of high level visits have increased
democratic struggle, they prevailed against all odds to create a separate over the past three years. The positive engagement
Supplement Team homeland for themselves where they could lead their lives in accordance at the leadership level has led to a substantial boost in bilateral cooperation
with their faith, traditions, values and culture; and where all citizens could in all fields including the political, trade, investment and defence spheres.
Advertising & Marketing enjoy equal opportunities irrespective of caste, creed and play their due I also avail this opportunity to praise the unprecedented development and
Manager role in the progress of the country. success of our brotherly country under the able leadership of His Highness
Hassan Ali Anwari Today, we reiterate our commitment to the ideals for which Pakistan Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Pakistanis have proudly contributed
Sr. Business Development was created and pay homage to Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam in the progress and development of Qatar and in making it a remarkable
Manager Muhammad Ali Jinnah, poet and philosopher Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal success story of our era. Our workforce has made significant contribution in
Sanjai Noah and all the other leaders of the freedom movement who led the struggle key institutions of Qatar such as the armed forces, police, health, education,
Editor for the creation of Pakistan through their commitment, valiant struggle, banking and civil aviation. The hospitality and respect offered to Pakistanis
Amjad Vanimal and unparalleled determination. We also re-affirm our pledge to adhere in Qatar is a reflection of the affection that binds our two countries.
Layout to the principles of Unity, Faith and Discipline given by Quaid-e-Azam On this occasion I also wish to pay tribute to the patriotism, hard work
A.K. Vinay Kumar Muhammad Ali Jinnah. and commitment of the Pakistani community in Qatar, who act as a living
AKrdisvhenratmisuirntghy/ Graphics As always, all Pakistanis in Qatar will celebrate the day with inspiration of bridge between the two brotherly countries. Apart from contributing to the
SChirecriuf Slaatmioyn In-charge the national zeal and spirit. Let us all express our firm resolve to continue development of the State of Qatar, they have been playing a positive role
Printed by the legacy and heritage bequeathed to us by our founding fathers and in strengthening the economy of Pakistan.
Raya Commercial Printing Press by following in their footsteps to make our country a cradle of progress, Finally, I would like to sincerely thank His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin
prosperity and development. Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa
Advertising Office We proudly reminisce the historic creation of our beloved country to Al Thani, the Father Amir, His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin
inspire ourselves and our future generations to courageously face current Abdulaziz Al Thani, the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, His Excellency
Gulf Times/Arrayah Building, challenges and to celebrate our faith and ability to transform challenges Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and
C Ring Road, P.O. Box 533, into opportunities. The path to independence was not an easy one; it Minister of Foreign Affairs and His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al
Doha Qatar was a struggle under the visionary and inspiring leadership of the Father Attiyah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs,
Tel: (00974) 4466620/43 of the Nation that brought Muslims of the Sub-continent under one flag. the Government and people of the State of Qatar for the patronage and
Fax: (00974) 44310992 Pakistan is not just the name of a territory or a political entity, it is an ideal, support that we have received from them.
email: [email protected] a spirit and an aspiration to realize the very best virtues of humanity as Dear Pakistanis-As we enter the 75th year of our independence, let us once
bequeathed by our great religion. again today reiterate our resolve to take Pakistan to the heights of glory
Gulf Times thanks the Embassy of Pakistan has surmounted un-precedented challenges over the last seven as envisioned by our forefathers. I pray to Allah Almighty to grant us the
The Islamic Republic of Pakistan and a half decades. We have proven ourselves to be resilient in the face of strength to serve our great country with sincerity and lead Pakistan on the
in Qatar for the contribution & extraordinary circumstances, but we all know there is a lot more we need to path to even greater progress and prosperity. 
support rendered in preparing this do. While celebrating National Day today, we should not forget those who
supplement. sacrificed their lives to achieve independence. On this occasion, I would also Pakistan Zindabad
like to make a special mention of the martyrs who have laid down their lives Long live Pakistan-Qatar friendship
for the protection of the homeland and safety of its citizens.

Pakistan and Qatar have historically enjoyed extremely cordial relations H.E. Syed Ahsan Raza Shah
based on a common faith and traditions, deep-rooted cultural affinities, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Qatar

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Pakistan-Qatar Bilateral Relations

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman
Al-Thani called on Prime Minister Imran Khan at Islamabad on 9th September, 2021.

Qatar’s Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani called on His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani met at his office at Al Bahr Palace with the Chief of Army Staff
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan. of Pakistan, General Qamar Javed Bajwa.

Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan General Qamar Javed Bajwa met with Qatar’s Special Envoy Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan General Qamar Javed Bajwa met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for
of the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Counterterrorism and Mediation in Conflict Resolution Defence Affairs of Qatar HE Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah.
HE Dr. Mutlaq bin Majed Al Qahtani. During the meeting, regional and Afghan peace
process were discussed.

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17th Extraordinary Session of the
OIC Council of Foreign Ministers

17th Extraordinary Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of
Foreign Ministers was held in Islamabad to raise awareness about the humanitarian crisis
in Afghanistan and a need for concerted global action by the international community.

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Automation of
Power of Attorney

Now there is no need to go to the Embassy
for attestation of Power of Attorney.
An applicant can file Power of Attorney
request from the comfort of his/her own
home directly to the concerned Embassy.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi met the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of
Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani during
the latter’s visit to Pakistan. Among the topics discussed were Afghanistan and the practical measures
required by the international community.

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The FMPortal for diaspora feedback and exchange is now live in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Kuwait, Oman, Riyadh, Rome, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi met Deputy PM and FM of Qatar H.E Mohamed
Madrid, Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford, Glasgow, Pretoria, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Washington, LA, bin-Abdulrahman al-Thani on the sidelines of UNGA76. The two sides agreed to remain engaged
Houston & Chicago. on the evolving situation in Afghanistan. Pakistan remains fully committed to strengthening its
bilateral relations with Qatar.

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Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi speaking at the 1st Ministerial Meeting of Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi welcomed the Foreign Ministers of China, Iran,
Neighbours of Afghanistan. In the wake of recent developments, the key priorities are to prevent a Tajikistan, Turkmenistan & Uzbekistan to the 1st Ministerial meeting of Afghanistan’s neighbours. The
humanitarian crisis that can exacerbate the sufferings of the Afghans. positive and constructive response to Pakistan’s proposal for a regional approach was appreciated.

Activities of Embassy of Pakistan

Pakistan’s Ambassador to Qatar Syed Ahsan Raza Shah met with the CEO of Education Above All Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar, along with Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti,
Foundation Fahad Al-Sulaiti and CEO of Silatech Hasan AlMulla. A bilateral agreement was reached to General Manager of Katara Cultural Village Foundation, His Excellency Hafeez Muhammad Al-Ajmi,
enhance cooperation in education projects in Pakistan and vocational training programmes for young Ambassador of the State of Kuwait and His Excellency Najeeb bin Yahya Al Balushi, Ambassador of the
Pakistani residents in Qatar. Sultanate of Oman to Qatar.

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Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah welcomed Qatar Development Bank Executive Director of Export Development Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah called on H.E Sheikh Mansoor bin Khalifa Al Thani, visionary businessman,
and Promotion Hamad Salem Mejegheer and Senior Manager Ali Sultan Al Kuwari at the Embassy of Pakistan. Global Investor & Founding Chairman of MBK Holding. Matters pertaining to bilateral Qatar-Pakistan economic
Measures to substantially enhance bilateral trade agreed upon. cooperation, especially in innovation and technology, were discussed.

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Activities of Embassy of Pakistan

The Ambassador of Pakistan delivered a message from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Syed Ahsan Raza Shah, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Qatar met with H.E. Staff Major General Saad bin Jassim Al-
Republic of Pakistan to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, which was Khulaifi, Director General of Public Security Department at Qatar’s Ministry of Interior. During the meeting, they
received by Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. discussed aspects of cooperation on issues of common interest and ways to enhance them.

Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah welcomed Europen Union Special Envoy for Afghanistan Tomas Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah represented Pakistan at the inauguration ceremony of Qatar-MENASA
Niklasson at the Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar. Matters pertaining to recent developments in Year of Culture 2022. The Embassy of Pakistan is planning several events in collaboration with the
Afghanistan and avenues of bilateral cooperation were discussed. organizers leading up to the FIFA World Cup 2022.

Turkish Ambassador HE Dr. M. Mustafa Göksu and his Spouse, Mrs. Kübra Göksu, hosted Ambassadors of Asian Group and their spouses within the framework of “Breakfast with Ambassadors” at his residence.



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Ambassador of China to Qatar Zhou Jian called on Pakistan Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah. They H.E Pierre Albert Ilsas, Norwegian Special Representative for Afghanistan, and H.E Ole A. Lindeman,
discussed recent regional developments and other issues of mutual concern and agreed to continue to Norway Ambassador to Afghanistan, called on Pakistan’s Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah. The latest
maintain close coordination. developments in Afghanistan and bilateral interest were discussed.

Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah welcomed renowned TRT World correspondent Ali Mustafa at the Head of the UNOCT International Hub on Behavioural Insights to Counter Terrorism Aynabat Atayeva called
embassy of Pakistan in Doha. There was a robust exchange of views including situation in Afghanistan on Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah. Issues of bilateral interest were discussed.
and OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Extraordinary Session in Islamabad.

Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah along with Pakistan Embassy officers called on H.E. Ambassador H.E Daniel Sloper, Australia’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, on two occasions, called on
Mehmet Mustafa Göksu and Turkish Embassy officers. Matters of bilateral interest and regional issues Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah at the embassy of Pakistan in Doha. Latest developments in
were discussed. It was agreed to continue regular liaison between both Embassies. Afghanistan were discussed.

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Activities of Embassy of Pakistan

Pakistan ambassador Ahsan Raza Shah joined H.E Rashad Ismayilov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Qatar, Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah welcomed Indonesia’s Ambassador to Qatar Ridwan Hassan at the
at the Embassy of Azerbaijan on the occasion of Remembrance Day. Embassy of Pakistan, Doha. They discussed matters of bilateral interest as well as the developments in
Afghanistan.

Ambassador Ahsan Raza Shah welcomed Cuban Ambassador to Qatar H.E Oscar L. Gonzalez at the Defence Day, 2021 was celebrated at the Embassy of Pakistan with traditional zeal and zest. Pakistan
Embassy of Pakistan. Matters of bilateral interest were discussed. Armed Forces personnel serving on deputation in Qatar participated in the event. Children from Pakistan
International School, Doha. paid tribute to Shuhda.

Pakistan Community Members

The Q-Sindhi Community in Qatar, under the patronage of Pakistan Embassy, Doha, organized an event HE Ambassador Syed Ahsan Raza Shah celebrated Pakistan’s Independence Day with Qatar Pushtoon
to celebrate Pakistan Sindhi Culture on occasion of Qatar National Day. HE the Ambassador and Director Community.
Community Department, Ministry of Interior, Qatar, were the chief guests at the event.

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POF: ‘From Humble Beginning
to a Formidable Force’
Located 45km from Islamabad and with main
manufacturing facilities at Wah Cantonment, Products quality exports have become our top priority. As a matter
Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) is a of fact, defence sector is highly competitive and
sprawling complex of fourteen defence Quality and cost effectiveness are the two evolutionary in nature. Our export strategy mainly
production units and twelve subsidiaries producing important elements of our international marketing includes price competitiveness, short delivery
112 Major Defence Products, Commercial Explosives strategy. We are trying to increase our market share schedules, and diversification into the new product
and Industrial Chemicals. The main products by improving the quality of products and processes. lines. Our export strategy is backed by strong
include automatic rifles, machine guns, Snipers, The availability of genuine raw materials, skilled proactive marketing endeavours. The business
sub-machine guns, anti-aircraft guns, complete manpower, compliance with western and Asian depends upon high quality products, involving
range of mortar and artillery ammunitions, aircraft standards and decades of experience are great competitive cost and timely supplies to the
and anti-aircraft ammunitions, tank and anti-tank strengths available to POF. Defence production customers. In terms of prices and competitiveness,
ammunitions, bombs, grenades, Rockets, Military is a tricky business where quality of ammunition our exports to over 40 countries in the Far East,
Explosives, pyrotechnics, commercial explosives, requires special materials, sophisticated machinery, Middle East, Europe, USA and Africa speak of our
detonators and commercial products and so forth highly skilled manpower, and fully developed success and confidence of our customers.
for the armed forces and civilian needs. test laboratories and proofing facilities. In POF, POF’s participation in a number of International
Research and development projects have been a threefold quality control mechanism is in place Defence Exhibitions in South Asia, Middle East, UK,
undertaken to minimize dependence on foreign which includes the qualification at the factory level, USA and Europe has also opened new linkages for
suppliers. Efforts have been made towards self- POF.
reliance through innovation and indigenization, for then by the quality assurance department, and
achieving the following:- finally by the independent inspectors appointed The POF has always shown propensity to invest in
1. To meet the needs of the Armed Forces of by the buyers. We have been able to secure good the best – both men and material. It is evident from
Pakistan orders on the basis of quality as our competitive the human resource development schemes and the
2. Optimal utilization of surplus capacity of POF edge. Fortunately, enough countries that pay quality of products. However, something that makes
3. Participative collaboration with the private sector attention to quality are ready to buy our products. the POF proud is its investment into the well-being
4. Enhancing exports ISO Certifications that we achieved in various of its employees in the form of welfare schemes and
POF uses technology and equipment that has been disciplines speak volumes about quality benchmarks educational facility. The POF workforce is the most
acquired from the United States of America, the we uphold. POF has been acknowledged for its valuable resource. POF has emerged as a national
United Kingdom, France, Germany and China. The quality, industrial and environmental safety practices asset. It has made Pakistan self-reliant in its range
factories in POF employ some of the latest state of through four ISO Certifications. ISO 9001-2000 of products and has the potential to be among the
the art processes, including computerized numerical Standards about International quality standards for leading defence manufacturers.
controlled machines and flexible manufacturing design, development & manufacture of small arms For more information about the POF, visit: www.pof.
systems for the production of precision and ammunitions, ISO 14001 regarding International gov.pk.
components. Certificate for maintaining ideal environmental
standards, ISO 17025 concerning Material testing
POF has gradually made a visible standing in the Labs, Ballistic Labs and Standards Labs and OHSAS
international defence brands and the company is 18001 pertaining to occupational health & safety
targeting a wide sphere of globe for exports. management systems are all colourful feathers in
In line with the national development vision of the POF’s cap.
Pakistan, POF has evolved a futuristic strategic
vision to achieve our goals and objectives which are Export
primarily based on four pillars which are technology
acquisition, outsourcing and system integration, It was the visionary leadership of Pakistan that the
R&D and human resource development. mandate to export was given to POF since the
time of its inception. For decades, POF has utilized
their surplus capacity which is available in terms of
labour and by-products for exports and local sales.
With time and advancement in the defence sector,

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Pakistan International School, Qatar

An Institution of Tomorrow

“One book, one pen, one child and one teacher can We Rise and Shine years (2019-2022) in Qatar and Spain. She was awarded
change the world”. Pakistan International School fully “Excellence Certificate” twice in NUQMUN and GUQMUN
recognizes the potential its students and teachers True to its tradition of excellence and distinction, PISQ while in 2022, she succeeded in winning “Honuorable
hold, and has been serving the community with once again made its name through record-breaking results Mention” certificate among all participants of NUQMUN.
same zeal and zest for more than 30 years. With its roots in FBISE Annual Examination, 2021, for SSC and HSSC. In the same capacity, Commerce students of PISQ—14 girls
planted with dedication, commitment and honesty, the Imran Waqar, Hafsah Shoaib, Hafsa Imran and Syeda and 10 boys—participated in Tatawwar Program launched
tree has produced fruit for many years now in the form Masooma Shah secured 91% marks and got 1st Position by HSBC and potential.com with an aim to bring together
of high achievers, successful doctors, skilled engineers, in Science Group SSC-II and Sara Arif Zaman got 1st students, schools, parents and the business community
successful entrepreneurs, intellectual writers, creative Position in SSC-II Humanities group securing 94% marks. to help innovate for a shared future. It gave the students
artists, ingenious developers, visionary leaders and much On the other hand, Hafsa Muhammad Abdullah, Madiha a chance to practice important business skills, understand
more. Khan, Eiman Iftikhar, Sana Sneha Kay, and Ramsha sustainable commitments, connect with the corporate
Rizwan bagged 1st position in HSSC-II Pre-Medical, Pre- world, and hear from some extraordinary professionals
With emphasis on co-curricular and extracurricular Engineering, Science General, Commerce and Humanities along the way. Ayesha Omar, a proud PISQ student from
activities besides academics, Pakistan International School group respectively. Hareem Khan and Shaima Mohammad Year 11, was selected for the Semi-Final and received a
has proved itself to be an institution of tomorrow, putting Ijaz got second position in SSC-II whereas Maria Aziz, certificate of appreciation for her valuable participation in
special focus on students’ development academically, Zoya Arshad Karim, Marzia Baqir Ali, Afreen Ghulam the said program.
physically, emotionally, psychologically and socially in Mustafa, and Roshaney Butt notched 2nd position in In November 2021, Boys of Cambridge Wing competed
both individual and collective establishments. In recent HSSC-II. The brilliant students who stood 3rd in SSC-II in an Inter-Wing Football tournament, true to the spirit of
years, the school has successfully stepped up to the are Mariam Fatima, Akza Qazi and Rawida Gul whereas then ongoing football fever of Arab League. Students of
challenges of the contemporary academic setup and Khalifa Janar Khan, Mishal Fazil, Aleshba Riaz Ali, and IG-II (Year 10) stood champions after beating IG-I (Year
has left its marks of excellence in almost all the sectors Shemaa Mohammad Iraq were the 3rd place winners of 9) in a thrilling final match. Girls of IGCSE participated in
of the educational milieu, believing that the purpose of HSSC-II in their respective groups. Throw-ball competition with students of Preparatory (Year
any academic institution is to equip the students with all The year 2021 also brought to light the biggest milestone 8) bagging 1st position by defeating IG-III (Year 11) in the
the skills they need to advance in this world as successful in the history of PISQ: in its first batch of IGCSE students Finals.
citizens and responsible individuals. appearing in CAIE examination for English and Islamiyat, The school also organized Fall Art Competition where
PISQ scored a whopping 75% A* and A grades with 20 students showed their artistic skills through various tools
Ready to Go! students appearing in multiple subjects who scored overall and means, displaying breath-taking colours of Autumn
14 A* and 16 A with no student standing ungraded. Of in different scenarios and settings. Winners were awarded
When the pandemic hit, life around the globe came to a these, Amna Salim, Khadija Yousaf, Maheen Rahat, Noura with certificates of appreciation. Qatari Food Gala gave
standstill. Education sector was no exception: education, Muhammad, Rumaisa Attique and Omer Said scored 2A*; the students the opportunity to understand Qatari cuisine
as we know, got transformed completely. The concept of Aisha Khatoon, Amal Mohammed, Hakeemat Opeyemi and also taught them marketing skills where they sold
remote learning had always been there, but never did it and Sama Walid scored 1A* and 1A; Afefa Maryam, Qatari dishes to their fellow students and teachers. All
become the norm. It resulted in intensive working hours Ayoyinka Halimah and Amira Mohamed scored 2A, while these activities, organized by the school management,
for teachers (spending hours in preparing video lessons Fiza Shahid, Behzad-ur-Rehman and Muhammad Hamza became a source of enjoyment and relief for students
and planning online sessions) and a modified concept of scored 1A. and teachers alike after a long spell of restrictions
“classroom” environment. Along with the 2nd batch, same students are also set to implemented during the ongoing pandemic.
However, PISQ responded to the call positively and appear in 5 subjects this year, with high hopes of even
its dedicated teachers worked round the clock to better grades this time. Learning for Excellence
successfully continue the teaching-learning process under In the year 2020, Said Ali succeeded in grabbing 2nd
the supervision of a committed and visionary leadership, position in all Federal Board affiliated institutions in PISQ believes that learning is a prerequisite of excellence;
and with the cooperation and support of parents and Pakistan and abroad in the Commerce group of HSSC it is a continuous process, unrestricted by time, place,
community. The school had a constructive perspective Annual Examination, 2020. This year, he has been invited age and gender boundaries. For this very reason, ample
regarding the circumstances: even though online teaching by FBISE along with the Principal, respected Mrs Nargis professional development opportunities are provided to
increased the pressure on teachers, this new mode of Otho, to receive his medal in a National Level Ceremony the members of faculty so they can acquaint themselves
learning encouraged creativity and innovation in teachers held in Islamabad, Pakistan. This, no doubt, is a proud with modern pedagogical practices and adapt to a
and students alike besides promoting in them essential moment for the student, the Parents, the teachers, the fast-changing academic scenario where students take
life skills such as adaptability and resilience towards crisis institution and all Pakistani expats living abroad! responsibility of their learning and teachers act as
and sudden change. The school leadership believes that facilitators to guide them in the process.
if these skills are integrated into the education system Stars Through and Through The school recently organized a Teachers’ training
worldwide, the whole concept of modern education will program with Mrs. NICOLA BUSCHER, Masters’ Degree
be revolutionized. After the restrictions were eased gradually, PISQ started holder in Education Leadership and Policy (Distinction),
taking small steps to bring back the extra-curricular from University of Leeds. She possesses a vast experience
regimen it has always included in the academic in the field of training and equipping educators with
calendar. The school successfully organized Spelling multifold classroom practices with the aim to promote an
Bee Competition for the students of Class 5 to 8, with effective student-centered learning regimen. The training
participants showing commendable knowledge of spelling workshops conducted at PISQ focused on Collaborative
and pronunciation. Learning, Lesson Planning and Assessment Methods
Aruba Atif, a proud PISQ student of Year 11, participated wherein teachers were made aware of collaborative
in various MUN conferences held over a course of 4 learning strategies and action plans to impart knowledge
more effectively. The purpose is to make classrooms
more inclusive and student-centered in accordance with
modern teaching practices.

Debaters of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow

As a futuristic school, PISQ puts equal emphasis on
curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
The students are given many national and international
level platforms—Qatar Debates, MUN, iEarn, Doha Bank
Projects and many more—to showcase their talent
alongside developing communication and leadership skills.
This year, our proud debaters made it to the Nationals of
Qatar Debates at both Preparatory and Secondary Levels,
bringing pride to the teachers and the institute.
Undoubtedly, these students are the school’s success
stories with many brilliant pages yet to be written!

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PAKISTAN

The Land of Adventure and Nature

Conway, in reference to the similarly named Breithorn
in the Alps.

Gasherbrum I

Gasherbrum I surveyed as K5 and also known as
Hidden Peak, is the 11th highest mountain in the world
at 8,080 metres (26,510 ft) above sea level. It is located
on the Pakistan–Chinese border and Xinjiang region of
China. Gasherbrum I is part of the Gasherbrum massif,
located in the Karakoram region of the Himalaya.
Gasherbrum is often claimed to mean “Shining Wall”,
presumably a reference to the highly visible face of the
neighbouring peak Gasherbrum IV; but in fact it comes
from “rgasha” (beautiful) + “brum” (mountain) in Balti,
hence it actually means “beautiful mountain.”

Gasherbrum II

Gasherbrum II, surveyed as K4, is the 13th highest
mountain in the world at 8,035 metres (26,362 ft)
above sea level. It is the third-highest peak of the
Gasherbrum massif, and is located in the Karakoram,
on the border between Gilgit–Baltistan province,
Pakistan, and Xinjiang, China. The mountain was first
climbed on July 7, 1956, by an Austrian expedition
which included Fritz Moravec, Josef Larch, and Hans
Willenpart.

From the mighty stretches of the Karakorams Pakistan is endowed with a rich and varied flora and
in the North to the vast alluvial delta of the fauna. High Himalayas, Karakoram and the Hindukush
Indus River in the South, Pakistan remains a ranges with their alpine meadows and permanent snow
land of high adventure and nature. Trekking, line, coniferous forests down the sub-mountain scrub,
mountaineering, white water rafting, wild boar the vast Indus plain merging into the great desert, the
hunting, mountain and desert jeep safaris, camel and coast line and wetlands, all offer a remarkably rich
yak safaris, trout fishing and bird watching, are a few variety of vegetation and associated wildlife including
activities, which entice the adventure and nature lovers avifauna, both endemic and migratory. Ten of 18
to Pakistan. mammalian orders are represented in Pakistan with
species ranging from the world’s smallest surviving
mammals, the Mediterranean Pigmy Shrew, to the
largest mammal ever known; the blue whale.

Peaks

Pakistan is home to 108 peaks above 7,000 metres
and probably as many peaks above 6,000m. There is
no count of the peaks above 5,000 and 4,000m. Five
of the 14 highest independent peaks in the world (the
eight-thousanders) are in Pakistan (four of which lie
in the surroundings of Concordia; the confluence of
Baltoro Glacier and Godwin Austen Glacier).

K2 (Karakoram 2) Nanga Parbat

K2 also known as Mount Godwin-Austen or Chhogori, Nanga Parbat, locally known as Diamer, is the ninth
at 8,611 metres (28,251 ft) above sea level, is the highest mountain in the world at 8,126 metres (26,660
second highest mountain in the world, after Mount ft) above sea level. Located in the Diamer District of
Everest at 8,848 metres (29,029 ft). It is located on Pakistan’s Gilgit Baltistan region, Nanga Parbat is the
the China–Pakistan border between Baltistan in the western anchor of the Himalayas. The name Nanga
Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan, and the Parbat is derived from the Sanskrit words nagna and
Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County of Xinjiang, China. parvata which together mean “Naked Mountain”. The
K2 is the highest point of the Karakoram range and the mountain is locally known by its Tibetan name Diamer
highest point in both Pakistan and Xinjiang.  or Deo Mir, meaning “huge mountain”.

Broad Peak

Broad Peak is the 12th highest mountain in the world
at 8,047 metres (26,401 ft) above sea level. The literal
translation of “Broad Peak” to Falchan Kangri is not
used among the Balti people. The English name was
introduced in 1892 by the British explorer Martin

Context Responsive Leadership
at The Next Generation School

In the face of COVID-19, the mode of education worldwide has shifted course
dramatically. The rapid adoption of technology in education has been vital for
the survival of education processes during the pandemic, requiring educationists
to formalize and adapt the EdTech approach as an essential tool to provide an
effective learning platform. This process has also been underway at TNG. Along with
adopting EdTech, they have also encouraged CONTEXT RESPONSIVE LEADERSHIP.
As part of this approach, the team was required to critically evaluate current practices,
balance interventions with time constraints, conduct data analyses to measure impact,
reconfigure teacher training, and consider both human needs and organizational
outcomes.
Consequently, TNG’s EdTech mission is to enrich academia with technology interventions
and ever-evolving blended learning methodologies to attain academic success,
strengthen student knowledge, and nurture creativity to excel as a digitally transformed
and innovative academic organization.
The goal is to impart quality education in any situation which may arise, with a strong
focus on EdTech interventions. TNG’s guidelines are solidly focused on digital citizenship,
holistic learning and the automation of educational processes.
Every decision that changes the usual course of things within an organization needs to
be based on careful data analysis. Measuring and constantly controlling major indicators
collected allows significantly improved efficiency. To make well-informed and data-driven
decisions, TNG has begun employing well-known and sophisticated business intelligence
tools at all levels of the organization, which is playing a huge role in evaluating current
practices and identifying the specific interventions required to enhance and improve a
student›s academic performance and overall efficiency of their organization.
However, in this move to evaluate practice through an analysis of trends, the school
and its leadership team have been aware that in the move to virtual learning, and with
the introduction of EdTech tools - teaching methods that work well in a classroom may
not work in a virtual learning environment. Therefore, closely reviewing Cambridge
expectations to align with hybrid learning; evaluating data for effective direction setting
and student performance analysis; and evaluating internal and external assessments to
build learner capacity, has been a priority.
As a way forward, TNG will continue to invest in technology infrastructure to adopt
innovative education practices, develop teacher capacity to create distributed leadership
structures for optimal institutional response and create learning environments which help
accelerate the skills and competencies of their students.

18 Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Pakistan Cricket hits Purple Patch

In a golden year, four players, including a woman cricketer, won prestigious ICC awards
that underlined the country’s resurgence as a force to reckon with

By Falisha Rehmat

2021 has been a rewarding year for
Pakistan cricket. The world had
been taking note of how a young
team led by Babar Azam — who,
himself is not too old at 27 — had been
on the charge during his first full year at
the helm across formats. But the latest
recognition has stamped that authority.

In crowning glory, Pakistan’s 21-year-old Last but not least, wicket-keeper Simon Hughes, a leading English resurgence globally. For the first time,
spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi won Mohammad Rizwan, the swashbuckling cricket expert who has written for The Lahore Qalandars won the trophy,
the coveted ICC International Cricketer opener, easily grabbed the ICC Independent, The Daily Telegraph, The and what’s more it even had a Qatar
of the Year award for his outstanding International T20 Cricketer of the Year Times, served as a roving BBC reporter connection to it! The wildly popular
performance across all formats. His award for his world record exploits. He and edited The Cricketer magazine, was Lahore franchise is owned by Fawad
stunning 3 for 31 spell against India in amassed a whopping 1,326 runs in the floored with how the Pakistan team set Rana, a leading Pakistani businessman
the T20 World Cup last year was also calendar year at an average of over 73 the stage alight and famously tweeted: based in Doha.
deemed the performance of the year. He and a strike rate of 134 plus. “Pakistan are the greatest asset world The final brought curtains on a month-
is the first Pakistani and also the youngest cricket has. Their cricketers are utterly long spectacle that is being increasingly
to make the ICC honours board. But the country was equally agog at compelling”. viewed by the connoisseurs as perhaps,
Azam, who has been wowing the the ICC Women’s Emerging Cricketer But he wasn’t the only one. From the most competitive league in the
connoisseurs across the world with his of the Year gong picked up by Fatima Nasser Hussain, the flavour inducing game now with former England captain
classy willow in the last few years and Sana, a diminutive 20-year-old right-arm commentating former England Michael Vaughan being the latest to
is now staking claim to being possibly, fast bowler. This will embellish hope for captain — “They cannot play him” endorse the view.
the best in the business across formats many aspiring young females to take up was his description of Shaheen Shah
overall, brought home two gongs: He the sport. Afridi’s sizzling spell against India in “The Pakistan Super League has it
was declared the ICC International ODI But more than the awards, two factors the blockbuster pipe-opener — to spot on … High quality players … Fewer
Cricketer of the Year and anointed the stand out in Pakistan’s most productive Harsha Bhogle, the premier Indian voice games than other tournaments making
captain of the ICC T20I Team of the Year. recent year: courage and humility. in the game, everyone chimed in to it a few weeks shorter …It leaves you
After New Zealand walked out of their acknowledge the green tide. wanting a little bit more at the end …
Azam was similarly picked as the tour of Pakistan just hours ahead of To add fillip to the rising stock of Other tournaments don’t,” he tweeted.
captain of the T20I World Cup team a scheduled game last year citing an Pakistan cricket, the seventh edition of The latest edition also gave birth to a
by an ICC panel even though Australia unsubstantiated threatening email, and Pakistan Super League, left a lasting newfound hope for future leadership.
won the trophy and the other finalist subsequently, England pulled out of a impression with its spectacular brand Pakistan cricket hit a purple patch
were New Zealand. This was down to his two-match outing on flimsy grounds of intense cricket. The showpiece event last year across all formats under the
inspired campaign where he led from of “player fatigue”, Pakistan Cricket was watched with extra fanfare this leadership of Azam. But as his franchise,
the front in scoring four half centuries Board chairman Ramiz Raja exhorted time with even broadcasters in Australia Karachi Kings, suffered from an unusual
and capping a spectacular unbeaten run his players to vent their disappointment queueing up for rights. slump, three of his national team-mates,
to the semis, where they wilted only in through performance on the field. The full house at the final in Lahore namely, Mohammad Rizwan, Shadab
the last half hour to allow Australia to And so, not only did Pakistan rise to the underlined Pakistan cricket’s remarkable Khan and Shaheen Shah Afridi excelled
sneak in. occasion, but two stunning episodes in leading their respective franchises
of self-denial were at the heart of a from the front with such compelling
passionate riposte. Whilst Babar Azam performances that there is now genuine
was lifting Pakistan to its maiden victory leadership back-up for the national team
against India in a World Cup game, that is both rare and awe-inspiring at the
few knew that his ill mother lay on a same time.
ventilator back home. Later, an inspired In a sign of the changing times, Australia
Rizwan walked out of his ICU bed with a are currently touring Pakistan after a
chest infection to top score in the semis gap of 24 years and will be followed
— a turnaround that his Indian doctor New Zealand and England in a busy
described as a miracle! home year.