Punjab, German Lawmaker Map Next Steps for Training, Vocational Model and Clean-Energy Investment

Overview

• Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met German MP Derya Türk-Nachbaur in Lahore to advance bilateral cooperation across governance, education, and development.
• Maryam Nawaz proposed Friedrich Ebert Foundation workshops for lawmakers, young leaders, and women parliamentarians under its democratic governance program.
• Punjab signaled interest in adapting Germany’s dual vocational training model to boost youth employability and skills development.
• The chief minister invited greater German investment in renewable energy, agricultural technology, IT services, and clean manufacturing.
• She thanked Germany for solidarity during Pakistan’s recent floods and highlighted cultural collaboration and existing academic ties, including thousands of Pakistani students in Germany.