On February 27, 2024, the Global Compact Network Pakistan (GCNP) and the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) entered into a landmark partnership with Bahria University, Karachi Campus (BUKC), to strengthen Pakistan’s maritime sector through advanced education, targeted training, and collaborative research.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed during a high-level conference at BUKC, attended by visiting MACN officials, university’s senior leadership and maritime industry’s officials. The MoU sets out a shared vision to enhance the skills, knowledge, and innovation capacity of the maritime industry, while embedding international best practices in transparency and governance.
Under this MoU, BUKC will serve as a leading academic hub for maritime education, offering bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. programs, as well as specialized certificate courses.
The collaboration will focus on:
- Industry-driven training for maritime professionals
- Curriculum development aligned with global maritime standards
- Joint research initiatives addressing sectoral challenges
- Design and delivery of certificate programs for upskilling
- Mutual support in advancing sectoral reforms and innovation
