To inspire the younger generation in Pakistan to learn the Chinese language, experience Chinese culture, and learn more about China and China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the Confucius Institute at Punjab University joined hands with Career Counseling Centre, Government Graduate College Township (GC Township) Lahore to hold a seminar themed "CPEC Opportunities For Youth" on Saturday.

On the occasion, Mr. Cai Jinbao, Chinese director of CIPU highlighted that it is imperative for Pakistani friends to learn Chinese as China-Pakistan exchanges are increasing day by day. "With the progress of the second phase of CPEC, trade cooperation between China and Pakistan will continue to show the momentum of rapid development. The growth will be accompanied by the demand for language talents, and those who master Chinese will undoubtedly gain an edge in the market."Mr. Cai added that in the field of culture and education, China-Pakistan cooperation is also increasing. “Currently, five Confucius Institutes and two Confucius Classrooms have been established in Pakistan. Combined with the scholarships provided by both governments for those who pursue further study in China, the number of Pakistani students studying in China is quite large. Statistics in 2018 showed that Pakistan ranks third in the world in the number of international students studying in China, with a total of more than 28,000.”