KARACHI: The Peace Council for Human Rights (PCHR), Pakistan, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkiye’s Ibn-e-Sina Institute and the World Ageing Council to strengthen international cooperation for the protection of the rights, health, and well-being of older persons.
The MoU was signed during the D-8 Health Summit, Healthcare Expo & Conference held at the Expo Centre Karachi. The agreement was formalized by Muhammad Babar Ali, President of the Peace Council for Human Rights, and Dr. Kemal Aydın, President and CEO of the Ibn-e-Sina Institute and World Ageing Council.
The signing ceremony was attended by T.M. Augustine Gill, who played a pivotal role in bringing the two organizations together. Acting as a bridge between the Peace Council for Human Rights and the Ibn-e-Sina Institute & World Ageing Council, his efforts were instrumental in facilitating the strategic international partnership.
Under the agreement, both organizations will collaborate to promote healthy ageing, protect the rights of older persons, enhance healthcare services, conduct research, provide professional training, encourage international knowledge exchange, and implement community-based initiatives. The partnership also seeks to connect the Peace Council for Human Rights with international donors and development partners to support projects aimed at improving the quality of life of elderly people in Pakistan.
Chairman of the Peace Council for Human Rights, Amin ur Rehman Khan, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to protecting the dignity, health, and rights of older persons.
“We are confident that this collaboration will open new avenues for knowledge exchange, healthcare development, international cooperation, and sustainable support for elderly communities in Pakistan. Together, we can create a lasting impact and build a healthier, more compassionate future for generations to come,” he said.
The agreement marks the beginning of a long-term collaboration between the two organizations and underscores their shared vision of building a healthier, more inclusive, and age-friendly future for older persons in Pakistan and beyond.
Disclaimer: This news report has been prepared from information provided by the organizers and is published for informational purposes. Readers are encouraged to refer to the concerned organizations for any official updates or additional details.
