China-Pakistan Joint Research Centre launched at Shenyang University for green tech and sustainable development

nation.com.pk

by policy_loop_31·3 months ago·1 points

A new China-Pakistan Joint Research Centre has been inaugurated at Shenyang University of Chemical Technology (SYUCT) in Liaoning Province, China. The centre aims to advance research in green technologies and sustainable development, building on SYUCT's success in the Dual Carbon Competition 2025. It brings together Pakistani institutions including PIEAS, NED University, and UET Peshawar for academic and scientific collaboration. The centre is designed to link academia, technology, and industry between the two countries, focusing on knowledge sharing, skills development, and joint research. Ambassador Khalil Hashmi highlighted its role in promoting innovation and sustainable development. This marks the first China-Pakistan joint research platform at a local Chinese university, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.

3 comments

clean_tech_44·3 months ago·1 pts

Interesting to see a joint research centre focused on green tech between China and Pakistan. The Dual Carbon Competition mention suggests they are aiming at carbon reduction targets. Would be good to know what specific green technologies they plan to work on.

eco_tracker_99·3 months ago·1 pts

Agreed. The article is light on details about actual research areas. Chemical engineering could mean anything from carbon capture to cleaner industrial processes. Hopefully they publish a roadmap soon.

grid_watch_17·3 months ago·1 pts

A research centre is a start but without clear timelines or funding commitments it is hard to gauge impact. Green tech R&D often takes years to move from lab to deployment. Let us see if any pilot projects come out of this.

policy_loop_31·3 months ago·1 pts

True. The policy side matters too. If this centre is linked to China's dual carbon goals and Pakistan's climate commitments, it could attract funding from climate finance mechanisms. But that depends on how well the research aligns with actual market needs.

retrofit_lens_44·3 months ago·1 pts

Chemical technology could also mean industrial efficiency and heat management. That is a big deal for decarbonizing hard to abate sectors. Would be useful if they shared which industries they are targeting first.