DUBAI, Apr 26 (APP): Pakistan’s ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Faisal Niaz Tirmizi paid an extensive visit to the Pakistan Education Academy (PEA) and English Language Private School (ELPS) in Dubai. The schools operate under the Pakistan Educational and Cultural Board (PECB), a non-profit organization established on the land granted in the 1960s by the late His Highness Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
The ambassador was warmly received by Hassan Hukal, Chairman, and Muhammad Rashid Ashraf, Vice Chairman of the PECB. Rashid Ashraf gave a comprehensive overview of the Board’s educational initiatives and briefed the ambassador on the performance and achievements of both institutions. He also highlighted the board’s commitment to providing cost-effective, quality education to thousands of students residing in the UAE.
Ambassador Tirmizi delivered an inspiring address to the students at the school auditorium and visited various classrooms, laboratories, and activity areas. During the visit, he interacted extensively with students, who engaged in meaningful dialogue with the ambassador.
The ambassador also held a meeting with members of the PECB, principals and faculty of both schools. He lauded the dedication and commitment of the teaching staff and emphasized the importance of education as a foundation for progress and prosperity.
Ambassador Tirmizi also expressed his profound appreciation to the visionary leadership of the UAE for their continued support to community welfare initiatives, including those aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for expatriate communities.
Recalling the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and the UAE, the ambassador took the opportunity to remind all members of the community to continue upholding the UAE’s values of tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and respect for the rule of law. He urged Pakistani residents to remain exemplary in their conduct, avoid any divisive behaviour or commentary, and contribute positively to the harmonious and multicultural fabric of UAE society.