The Punjab University (PU) Department of Space Science hosted an enlightening session of the international conference titled ‘Planning in Germany and Pakistan: Cross-Cultural Perception of Urban and Rural Landscape and Cultural Heritage.’

Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!

This significant event was a collaborative effort, jointly organized by TU Dortmund University, Germany, UET Lahore, LCWU Lahore, and NUST Islamabad. The conference served as a platform to explore sustainable urban planning, rural development, and heritage conservation through cross-cultural perspectives, drawing participation from experts, academics, and students from both nations.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by Punjab University Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Ali, who met with them in his office. Prof Dr Muhammad Ali commended the contributions of the participants and assured the university’s full support in fostering international collaboration.

Notable Contributions and Discussions

Prominent academics and professionals, including PU Department of Space Science Chairman Prof Dr Syed Amer Mahmood, Prof Dr Shaker Mahmood, Prof Dr Dietwald Gruehn, Prof Tabasam Raza, Prof Komail Tayebi, Dr Bryce Lawrence, Prof Dr Atiq ur Rehman, Dr Bashirizadeh, Safiullah, and Dr Muhammad Imran, highlighted the conference’s thematic importance. They addressed critical topics surrounding urban-rural resilience, planning strategies, and cultural heritage preservation.

Innovative Initiative: Early Warning System by DRS4BR

An interactive session was conducted by Prof Dr Syed Amer Mahmood and Dr. Muhammad Imran, Team Lead for Natural Disaster Risk Management (NatCat) from the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF). The session focused on establishing an Early Warning System by DRS4BR, a groundbreaking initiative designed to enhance disaster resilience and risk management.

Strengthening International Collaboration

The conference provided a unique platform for international delegates to connect with students and faculty, facilitating an exchange of scientific knowledge and innovative ideas. This initiative marked a milestone in fostering collaboration between Germany and Pakistan, paving the way for future advancements in sustainable planning, cultural heritage preservation, and urban-rural resilience.

This event underscores Punjab University’s commitment to addressing global challenges through academic and cultural collaboration.

Table of Contents