Multan, March 26, 2025 – The Women University Multan (WUM) successfully hosted a high-profile workshop titled “Rise of AI-Preneurs and Everything Apps: Pioneering the Next Wave of Governance and Leadership.” Organized under the Transnational Synergy (TNS): Enhancing UK-Pakistan Academic & Research Collaboration project, the event brought together distinguished academicians, researchers, and professionals from leading institutions.
The workshop was conducted in collaboration with London Metropolitan University (UK), Bahria University Islamabad, and Thal University Bhakkar, with WUM serving as the host institution. The session was presided over by Dr. Farkhanda Mansoor, Vice Chancellor of WUM, and attended by the Pro-Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Treasurer, and Controller of Examinations. Faculty and staff from Nishtar Medical University, MNS University of Engineering & Technology, MNS University of Agriculture, Islamia University Bahawalpur, and the Multan Chamber of Commerce were also present.
A highlight of the event was the keynote address by Dr. Rao Muhammad Adeel Nawab, an AI-preneur and Generative AI expert. As the CEO of Ilm O Irfan Technologies and an AI consultant, he specializes in NLP and Machine Learning. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Sheffield, UK, he has supervised numerous Ph.D. and MPhil scholars, authored 37 Impact Factor publications and three books, and is a sought-after speaker. His expertise spans AI research, industry applications, and digital well-being, empowering professionals to harness AI for innovation and responsible technology use.
The workshop offered an interactive platform for non-experts, policymakers, and AI enthusiasts to contribute to shaping AI governance, while emphasizing the role of AI in modern governance and leadership structures. This initiative is designed to prepare future leaders to navigate the unpredictable landscape of artificial intelligence.
The event was facilitated by Dr. Malika Rani, Chairperson of Physics at WUM, who served as the focal person. Additionally, Dr. Shanawer Niaz of Thal University Bhakkar and Professor Dr. Amanullah Yasin of Bahria University Islamabad served as focal persons at their respective institutions, showcasing a strong collaborative effort between local and international institutions.
Concluding on a high note, the workshop reaffirmed its commitment to advancing AI research, policy-making discussions, and academic collaborations, ensuring that Pakistan remains at the forefront of AI-led governance and innovation..
Full Workshop Recording: AI-Preneurs & Everything Apps
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