National Assembly on Tuesday passed a bill to establish the Nexus International University of Health Emerging Sciences and Technologies in Islamabad, reported 24NewsHDTV channel.
The bill, titled The Nexus International University of Health Emerging Sciences and Technologies, Islamabad Bill, 2024, was moved by MNA Anjum Aqeel Khan.
During the session, the House approved amendments proposed by Agha Rafiullah to allocate a 10% quota for underprivileged and deserving students at the university. However, amendments moved by MNA Aliya Kamran were rejected. According to the Statement of Objects and Reasons, this bill aims to establish a university that plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare, research, and innovation.
The basic aim of this Bill is to provide cutting-edge education in emerging health sciences and technologies, equipping students with the skills to meet modern healthcare challenges.
The university would focus on innovative solutions for local and global health problems through emerging fields. The university would train healthcare professionals, engineers, data scientists, and researchers to integrate technology with health sciences, creating interdisciplinary solutions for medical problems.
By focusing on Pakistan-specific health challenges (e.g., infectious diseases, maternal health, malnutrition), the University would create specialized programs and research projects to find effective treatments and preventive strategies.
The university would encourage collaborations with international universities, research institutions, and industries to ensure that Pakistan is at the forefront of global health innovations.
The university would foster innovation and entrepreneurship by encouraging the creation of health tech startups, helping to solve critical health challenges and create economic growth in Pakistan. There is a significant gap in Pakistan between healthcare professionals and the rapidly evolving technologies in the health sector. The university would help bridge this gap by training the next generation of healthcare providers who can leverage new technologies.