Nine Pakistani students won major awards in Turkey’s largest public speaking competition, the Istanbul University Model United Nations (IUMUN), which was held from July 8 to 11, 2024, according to a statement issued by the Consulate General of Pakistan in Istanbul.
Founded in 1453, the university boasts 57 majors and has produced notable alumni, including former Turkish President Abdullah Gul and former Turkish Foreign Minister Taran Gunes.
More than 750 students from more than 17 countries took part in this year’s competition, along with participants from Turkey.
Despite being among the youngest participants and competing against college and university students, the Pakistani team displayed exceptional talent and emerged victorious in its committees.
The four-day event included intensive debates in ten panels, highlighting students’ skills in diplomacy and public speaking.
The Consul General of Pakistan in Istanbul, H.E. Mr. Nauman Aslam hosted the Pakistani team and their coach at the Pakistani Consulate and congratulated them on their remarkable achievements.
In his remarks, the Consul General emphasized the importance of cultural and educational exchanges between Pakistan and Turkey to enhance Pakistan’s soft image at the international level.
He also emphasized the need to strengthen the ties between the educational institutions of the two countries and assured the Pakistan Mission in Turkiye of supporting the students in all possible ways.
The event not only celebrated the success of the students but also highlighted the growing educational cooperation between Pakistan and Turkey that fosters mutual understanding and goodwill.
