Rawalpindi: The Faculty of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) has strengthened Pakistan–China academic and scientific collaboration through its successful participation in the GEO-STEP International Summer School held at Henan University, China. The international summer school brought together 50 participants, including 26 international participants, providing a diverse platform for academic exchange, scientific discussion and cross-cultural learning.
Representing PMAS-AAUR, Dr. Tahir Iqbal, Associate Professor, delivered an academic lecture titled “Smart Agriculture in Arid Regions: Localized Innovation and Practical Applications of Precision Agriculture Technologies in Pakistan.” His presentation highlighted Pakistan’s experiences and innovations in smart sensing, precision irrigation, precision agriculture and climate-resilient farming, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions.
Students from Arid University also actively participated in academic presentations and secured Second Prize in the Student Presentation Competition, marking a significant achievement for the university at an international academic forum.
