Islamabad: Jauhar Saleem, newly-appointed President, Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), hosted a collection of local journalists bringing together a range of media representatives stationed in the city.
Held at the IRS premises, the event served as a meet and greet session, underscoring the linkage between academia and journalists’ fraternity.
While addressing the gathering, Saleem commended media's unwavering dedication to delivering comprehensive coverage amidst the prevalent challenges and the omnipresence of social media.
Emphasising the paramount importance of fostering robust academia-industry linkages, he articulated his vision for the institute to make it a centre of excellence at par with the leading international policy think tanks.
The gathering, according to him, was a testament to the IRS dedication to fostering meaningful dialogues and collaborations to build a future defined by innovation and progress. With collective determination, the institute, he said, would remain poised to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of regional studies to produce quality research and provide actionable input to policymakers.