On March 4, 2024, a delegation from the Balochistan Think Tank Network (BTTN), led by their Chairman Brigadier Agha Ahmad Gul (Retired), visited the Army Institute of Military History (AIMH) for an insightful exchange of ideas and potential collaboration opportunities. The visit commenced with a comprehensive briefing by Professor Dr. Zafar Khan, the Executive Director of BTTN, who provided a detailed overview of the organization's mission, vision, core values, infrastructure, research areas, and publications.
Dr. Zafar Khan's briefing encapsulated the essence of BTTN's commitment to fostering research excellence and scholarly discourse on Balochistan, regional, and strategic issues. Additionally, Dr. Zafar highlighted BTTN's publication portfolio, Social Media platforms, reflecting its significant contributions to academia and public discourse. Following Dr. Khan's presentation, Brigadier Bilal Iqbal, the Director (Academics) at AIMH, reciprocated with an introduction to AIMH, outlining its mandate, objectives, and academic endeavors. He emphasized AIMH's role as a premier institution dedicated to the study and preservation of military history.
Subsequently, the delegation engaged in a fruitful discussion on potential areas of collaboration between BTTN and AIMH. Both parties expressed a keen interest in leveraging their respective strengths to address shared challenges and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields. The visit concluded with a comprehensive tour of AIMH's facilities, providing the delegation with a firsthand glimpse into the institute's academic infrastructure and research capabilities. In closing, the BTTN delegation's visit to AIMH served as a testament to the importance of academic exchange and collaboration in advancing research and scholarship.