Pakistani scholar Khalid Taimur Akram receives outstanding BRI researcher award for sixth consecutive year

Pakistani scholar Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF),

BEIJING: Pakistani scholar Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), Islamabad, has received the prestigious Outstanding Individual Contribution Award 2026 from the Communication University of China (CUC), Beijing.

The award was presented on October 27, 2026, in recognition of his continued contributions to research, international academic cooperation and the promotion of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the concept of a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity.

With this latest recognition, Akram has received the distinguished award for the sixth consecutive year, covering the period from 2021 to 2026. His repeated acknowledgment highlights his ongoing involvement in research and efforts to strengthen academic engagement between Pakistan, China and the wider international community.

According to the information shared by the organizers, Akram’s work has contributed to advancing international understanding of the Belt and Road Initiative and encouraging dialogue around the vision of a shared future for humanity. His efforts have also supported intercultural communication and cooperation among researchers and academic institutions across different countries.

The recognition reflects his engagement with international research networks and his role in promoting intellectual exchange on issues related to global cooperation, connectivity and mutual understanding.

Award Presented at International Think Tank Forum

The award was conferred during the 2026 International Think Tank Forum, held from October 27 to 28 at the Communication University of China in Beijing.

The forum was titled “Building a Community of a Shared Future for Humanity: Global Governance and International Communication.” It brought attention to discussions surrounding global governance, international communication and cooperation among academic and research institutions.

Professor Li Huailiang, Dean of the Institute for a Community with Shared Future (ICSF) at CUC, chaired the forum and commended Akram for his contributions and sustained efforts towards promoting the concept of a community with a shared future for humanity.

The event provided a platform for intellectual engagement on international issues and highlighted the importance of research institutions in facilitating communication and cooperation across national boundaries.

Strengthening Pakistan-China Academic Relations

Akram’s latest achievement also highlights the participation of Pakistani scholars in international academic and policy-oriented discussions, particularly those concerning the Belt and Road Initiative and Pakistan-China relations.

Through his work at PRCCSF, he has been involved in efforts to promote research, academic partnerships and dialogue on the idea of a shared future. Such initiatives seek to encourage cooperation among scholars and institutions while creating opportunities for exchanging knowledge and perspectives.

The Institute for a Community with Shared Future maintains a presence across 23 countries, providing a broader international context for academic engagement and collaboration associated with its research agenda.

The award also draws attention to the role of people-to-people connectivity and academic exchanges in building relationships between countries. Research collaborations can help institutions share expertise, discuss common challenges and develop a better understanding of different societies and perspectives.

Recognition of Continued Research Contributions

Receiving the award for six consecutive years marks a significant milestone in Akram’s academic and research engagement. The recognition underscores the continued importance of international collaboration and intellectual exchange in discussions about global development and governance.

His achievement further highlights the role of Pakistani researchers in international forums focused on cooperation, communication and shared global challenges.

The recognition comes as academic institutions continue to explore ways to strengthen partnerships and promote dialogue across borders, with research serving as an important channel for advancing mutual understanding and international engagement.