Rizwan Anwar is Special Representative and Focal Person for International Linkages and Youth Development at the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Government of Pakistan. In this role he strengthens international partnerships, facilitates cross-border collaboration and expands opportunities for young Pakistanis to contribute to national and global development.
Focus of the role
- International linkages and partnerships with global institutions
- Youth development and capacity building
- Educational exchanges and research collaboration
- Entrepreneurship, skills development and digital skills
- Youth participation in policy dialogue
Youth diplomacy
Rizwan’s vision is to connect Pakistani youth with global institutions, educational opportunities, innovation networks and leadership platforms. He advocates international cooperation that creates practical opportunities for young people through cross-cultural learning, skills, entrepreneurship and research.
On behalf of PMYP he has represented Pakistan at OIC Youth Capital 2025 in Marrakesh, led Pakistan’s delegation at the CICA Youth Council in Baku, addressed the Commonwealth Secretariat in London, and briefed young Pakistanis at the Pakistan High Commission in London.
Youth engagement in Pakistan
At home he speaks to students and young professionals about PMYP schemes and opportunities, including at the PMYP reception for the SEE Pakistan youth exchange and a PMYP youth seminar in Lahore on digital skills. He explained the programme’s priorities in a Radio Pakistan interview.
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