The UK Government’s Chevening programme and Allied Bank Limited (ABL) have launched a new partnership that will enable talented Pakistanis to pursue fully funded master’s degrees at leading UK universities.
UK High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott with Allied Bank Limited CEO Aizid Gill at the signing of the UK Government’s Chevening programme and Allied Bank Limited (ABL) partnership.
Allied Bank is the first organisation to establish a locally funded Chevening Scholarship partnership in Pakistan, bringing together the UK’s flagship international scholarship programme and Pakistan’s private sector to invest in the next generation of Pakistani leaders. Chevening partners with more than 140 organisations, including private companies, NGOs, foreign government departments, and UK universities.
Under the Chevening-ABL Scholarship, two scholars will be supported each year over three academic years, starting in 2027-28. They will study subjects important to Pakistan’s future growth, including artificial intelligence, technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, economics and financial inclusion.
Pakistan’s greatest strength is its people. This partnership will help impressive future leaders to study at world-leading UK universities and bring fresh ideas home.