Ishaq Dar Chairs Advisory Board Meeting on Centre of Excellence for Autism, Stresses World-Class Facilities and Services

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday chaired the second meeting of the Advisory Board for the Centre of Excellence for Autism under the auspices of the Government of Pakistan.Expressing satisfaction over the committee’s progress, the deputy prime minister reviewed developments related to identifying an appropriate location and planning state-of-the-art facilities for the centre. He underscored the importance of ensuring high-quality service delivery through trained professionals, specialised architectural design, and the adoption of international best practices.Senator Dar emphasized that the proposed centre aims to provide world-class rehabilitation, education, therapeutic services, and research opportunities for individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusive healthcare and education.

The meeting was attended by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, the Secretary Education, Special Secretary Finance, and senior officials from the ministries of health, education, and other relevant departments.The session was held in Islamabad.