The World Bank has expressed satisfaction with the progress of the “Higher Education Development in Pakistan” project, which involves an investment of approximately $400 million.
Approved in May 2019, the project’s primary goal is to enhance research excellence in key economic sectors, improve teaching and learning experiences, and strengthen governance within the higher education landscape. Currently, the project has disbursed 78.5% of its budget, totaling $329.93 million, with a closing date set for June 30, 2025.
The World Bank has assessed the progress toward achieving the project’s development objectives as moderately satisfactory. The initiative comprises several key components, including nurturing academic excellence in strategic sectors ($102.82 million), supporting decentralized higher education institutions for better teaching and learning ($89.18 million), equipping students and institutions with modern technology ($70 million), implementing a higher education management information system and data-driven services ($35 million), as well as capacity building, project management, and monitoring and evaluation ($11 million). Additionally, it aims to improve access and quality of remote learning while providing support to universities ($92 million).
