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University of Rawalpindi (UOR), co-hosted the 4th International Conference on Advanced STEAM Education (ICASE-2026), in collaboration with The University of Faisalabad (TUF) and Green International University (GIU),  under the theme "STEAM for Future-Ready Societies."

The conference brought together more than 1,600 participants, including academicians, researchers, education professionals and students. Participants represented more than 40 universities and research organisations from over 10 countries, reflecting the growing significance of interdisciplinary STEAM research.

The inaugural session was attended by prominent National and International dignitaries. Prof. Dr. Iqrar Ahmad Khan, Chairman, Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), attended as Chief Guest, while H.E. Mr. Yusuf Sharifzoda, Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan, and Mr. Wang Yaqing, Vice Consul General of the People's Republic of China, joined as Guests of Honour. Mr. Mohamed Abdirahmon Hersi, Second Secretary at the Somali Embassy in Islamabad, also attended the ceremony.

The academic programme featured 27 invited speakers, including 20 keynote speakers, alongside more than 100 oral presentations and over 240 poster presentations. The conference also included panel discussions, with one of the key discussions focusing on "Future-Ready Societies: Skills, Innovation, and Sustainability." Other sessions explored artificial intelligence, digital transformation, future skills, healthcare, sustainability, entrepreneurship and industry linkages.

With 390 research abstracts submitted, ICASE-2026 provided researchers and academics with an opportunity to present their work, exchange ideas and engage with colleagues from different disciplines and countries.

As a co- host, University of Rawalpindi  joined its partner universities in bringing together researchers, academics and international experts on a shared platform. The conference provided an opportunity to exchange research, strengthen inter-university connections and encourage collaboration across academic disciplines.