French Ambassador Visits LUMS to Discuss Academic Partnerships
LUMS welcomed H.E. Mr. Jean-Noël Poirier, Ambassador of France to Pakistan, along with his delegation, for a discussion on strengthening educational and research links between Pakistan and France.
The visit highlighted LUMS’ longstanding engagement with French academic institutions and explored opportunities for student and faculty mobility, joint research, and wider collaboration. The University also highlighted its existing exchange partnerships with Rennes School of Business, Sciences Po, Excelia and IMT Atlantique.
The discussion also touched on the LUMS alumni network in France, with graduates who have studied at or are working with French institutions. These connections reflect the existing links between the academic communities of both countries and offer opportunities to deepen engagement. LUMS also highlighted its research collaborations, including the Centre of Mathematics' work with faculty in France and other European countries.
Ambassador Poirier expressed his interest in extending existing cooperation and increasing the number of Pakistani students pursuing higher education in France, both directly and through agreements between universities and colleges. The visit provided an opportunity to explore how existing partnerships could be developed further through academic exchange, research and new opportunities for students and faculty.
