National Research Conference (NRC) was held at Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) where post-graduate students presented their research papers to professors and scholars from within and outside the institute. Speaking at the occasion, Palestinian Ambassador Waleed Abu Ali said that he will make efforts to promote close cooperation between the two countries in the field of trade, economy, science and technology to build strategic relations. He added, “Pakistan and Palestine should join hands to promote different research activities.” Congratulating Pakistan on the successful transfer of power from one civilian government to the other, Ali said once the new regime fully settles down, a special delegation from his country will visit Pakistan to explore bilateral cooperation between the two Islamic nations. Ali was of the view that the solution to major problems confronting Pakistan and Palestine lies in education and technological advancement. Ali acknowledged the support extended by Islamabad at various international forums to his country. Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Manzar Khurshid Shaikh said, “Research is not only limited to curriculum books rather it is about practically exploring and discovering new avenues of excellence.”