Zubair Qureshi
Ambassador of Japan Mr Wada Mitsuhiro hosted a reception at his official residence for 11 Pakistani students who have been awarded MEXT Research scholarships by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science& Technology of Japan.
At the pre-departure orientation ceremony Ambassador Wada congratulated the scholarship recipients on their achievement and wished them good luck for their journey to study in the prestigious universities of Japan.
The reception was attended by a large number of the Pakistani alumni of the Japanese universities who shared their knowledge and experience of studying and living in Japan with the new scholarship grantees.
They gave some useful pieces of information and advice to the young students who are on their way to various universities in Japan for higher studies.
The Japan ambassador termed the award of scholarships a good opportunity for them not only to acquire knowledge but also to learn Japanese culture and its diverse society.
He strongly recommended to the young scholars to engage in activities outside their university campuses and try to learn the Japanese language.
“You may experience some challenges after arriving in Japan as life in Japan is quite different from that of Pakistan. “I am sure that the hospitality and friendship of the Japanese people will get you through any adjustments you need to make”, said the ambassador.
The research scholarships are awarded to 11 students doing Masters/Doctorate degrees for the academic year 2024-25. It aims to provide them with an opportunity to pursue advanced studies and research in various disciplines at the prominent universities of Japan.
MEXT research scholarship is the flagship scholarship programme of the Government of Japan, operating world over including Pakistan. The scholarship is fully funded by the Japanese government for a Master’s or PhD degree.
The ambassador hoped that the scholarship grantees, after completing their studies in Japan, would return with strong knowledge and rich experiences, utilize their skills for the brighter future of Pakistan, and become bridges of friendship between Japan and Pakistan together with other alumni.
He greatly appreciated MAAP for its continued efforts and cooperation, and for playing a vital role in strengthening the friendly relations between Japan and Pakistan through the promotion of the Japanese educational and cultural activities.
