Islamabad: Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has emphasized the need for Muslim countries to prioritize education and research in order to compete globally. He highlighted this necessity while speaking at a seminar on Saturday.

According to Radio Pakistan, Ahsan Iqbal pointed out that the philosophy of Allama Iqbal serves as a guiding light for the Muslim community. He emphasized that the Muslim Ummah can overcome its challenges through collective efforts and by focusing on advancements in education and research.