H.E Khazar Farhadov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, addressed the participants of NMC-123.
During his talk, the ambassador emphasized the cordial and mutually supportive relations between the two countries. He particularly highlighted the importance of people to people relations in further consolidating the historical ties and ensuring progress in the future.
On 5th January, 2026, the Pakistan Administrative Staff College (PASC) welcomed a new batch of officers at the Inaugural Ceremony of 124th National Management Course (NMC-124). Mr. Nabeel Awan, Secretary Establishment was the Chief Guest at the ceremony. In his Inaugural Address, Mr. Nabeel Awan appraised the participant officers about the ongoing reforms in the…
The Executive Development Institute (EDI) of the National School of Public Policy (NSPP), Lahore, conducted the 3rdDirectors’ Training Program (DTP) for State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) from December 17 to 19, 2025. This program, approved by the Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), was designed to equip SOE directors with essential competencies in corporate governance and…
The Executive Development Institute (EDI) of the National School of Public Policy (NSPP), Lahore, conducted the 3rd series of its Training Workshop on “Negotiation Skills” on Friday, November 21, 2025. The workshop aimed to equip participants with practical strategies for effective conflict management while strengthening their communication, decision-making and leadership capabilities in complex professional settings.…
Lahore, 18 November 2025: The National Institute of Public Policy (NIPP), National School of Public Policy (NSPP), hosted a high-level round table discussion titled “National Housing Policy 2025: On the Anvil”. The event brought together leading policymakers, urban planners, architects, development practitioners and academics, to deliberate on the key contours, priorities, and implementation strategies for…
The Course Review Committee presentation for NMC-123 was held on Wednesday, 29th October 2025, at the National Management Hall, Pakistan Administrative Staff College. The review panel comprised of Mr. Mujahid Sherdil, PAS, Finance Secretary, Government of Punjab, and Mr. Asim Gulzar, PSP, Deputy Director General (IB). Following the presentation, the participants benefited from the insightful…
The Executive Development Institute at National School of Public Policy, Lahore organized a two-day “Leadership Development Program” from October 16—17, 2025, aimed at enhancing the leadership skills of senior officials and decision-makers from both public and private sectors.A diverse cohort of 50 participants attended from prominent ministries and divisions, including academia. Dr. Naveed Elahi, Dean…
The Public Financial Management (PFM-VII) Training Initiative aims to enhance participants’ understanding of public financial management through strategic foundations and reform pathways. It focuses on building core competencies in budgeting, accounting, auditing and fiscal literacy, while also addressing fiscal federalism and the impact of AI on governance. The program also addresses issues in tax compliance…
October 10, 2025 – The National Institute of Public Policy (NIPP) hosted a high-level round table discussion titled “Quest for Regional Peace: Sour Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations and the Way Forward” in Lahore. The event brought together prominent policymakers, academics, and media professionals to explore avenues for peace and stability in the region. The session opened with…
In a landmark session for the 123rd National Management Course, the Pakistan Administrative Staff College was honoured to host Chief Minister Punjab, Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif, for a candid and profound talk as part of ‘Keynote Series Talks’. As the first woman to lead a province in Pakistan, her address provided a unique perspective on…
H.E. Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, visited NSPP, PASC on Tuesday, 7th October 2025, and addressed the participants of the 123rd NMC. It was an interactive session where participants asked valuable questions, and the guest speaker shared important insights regarding the bilateral relations between Iran and Pakistan. At the…
A two-day workshop on “Strategic Communication and Media Engagement in Crisis Situations” was held at the Pakistan Administrative Staff College on 2nd and 3rd October 2025. The media resource team included Mian Shabbir Anwar, Mian Sanaullah, and Syed Akbar Mehmood Shirazi. The workshop comprised sessions on: Media engagement Dynamics of Pakistani media and its functioning…
His Excellency Dato Muhammad Azhar Mazlan, High Commissioner of Malaysia, addressed the participants of the 123rd NMC at the Pakistan Administrative Staff College on Friday, 26 September 2025. In his talk, he highlighted the close relations between Pakistan and Malaysia, the scope of bilateral trade, and key public policy issues of mutual interest. The interactive…