Events

Climate change has emerged as one of the most significant challenges affecting fisheries resources and aquatic ecosystems globally. Rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, salinity intrusion, habitat degradation, and increasing occurrences of extreme climatic events have profound implications for fish production, biodiversity conservation, and food security. Fisheries-dependent communities are particularly vulnerable to these environmental changes, necessitating innovative and sustainable approaches to fisheries management and aquaculture development.

Technological advancements are transforming the fisheries sector by introducing climate-smart aquaculture systems, biotechnology applications, precision monitoring technologies, remote sensing, and data-driven resource management tools. These innovations offer promising opportunities to enhance productivity, strengthen ecosystem resilience, and support sustainable utilization of fisheries resources. However, challenges related to technological accessibility, capacity building, policy implementation, and climate adaptation remain significant concerns, particularly for developing countries.

Guest Speakers

• Prof. Dr. Dr. Md. Samsul Alam
  Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics
  Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh
• Prof. Dr. Eng. Sapto Andriyono, S.Pi., M.T.

Department of Marine Affairs,

Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Science

Universitas Airlangga

• Prof. Dr. Dr. Md. Samsul Alam
  Department of Fisheries and Marine Bioscience
  Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST), Bangladesh

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, 10 September, 2026
• Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time)
• Platform: Zoom
• Registration Link: Click Here

Date: 07 – 09 September 2026

1. BACKGROUND

Water security remains a critical challenge across many OIC Member States due to climate variability, rapid population growth, urbanization, weak governance frameworks, and limited technical and financial capacity for sustainable water management. These challenges disproportionately affect vulnerable communities, exacerbate inequalities, and undermine progress toward sustainable development, public health, food security, and economic resilience. Addressing water insecurity, therefore, requires not only technical solutions but also inclusive governance, evidence-based decision making, and effective mobilization of resources for implementation.

Despite ongoing efforts, many water sector professionals and institutions across OIC Member States face gaps in access to practical training on integrated water governance, use of data for planning and monitoring, and development of bankable water projects. Strengthening these capacities—while fostering cross-country learning and collaboration—can significantly enhance national and regional responses to water stress. This 3-day intensive training is designed to respond to these needs by equipping participants with practical tools, applied knowledge, and peer-learning opportunities aligned with OIC priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 6. Capacity building and institutional strengthening in Inclusive Governance and Policy Frameworks for Water Security, Data-Driven Decision Making for Sustainable Water Management and Project Development and Resource Mobilization for Water Security will promote the achievement of the OIC Water Vision of “working together for a water secure future”

Daily Thematic Focus;

Day 1: Inclusive Governance and Policy Frameworks for Water Security

Day 2: Data-Driven Decision Making for Sustainable Water Management

Day 3: Project Development and Partnerships for Water Security

• OBJECTIVES

• To enhance understanding of inclusive and participatory water governance approaches that promote equity and accountability.
• To build practical skills in using data, indicators, and digital tools for water planning, monitoring, and decision making.
• To strengthen participants’ ability to design and mobilize water security projects aligned with national priorities and donor requirements.
• To foster peer learning, interdisciplinary dialogue, and collaboration among water stakeholders across OIC Member States.

• STRATEGIC SIGNIFICANCE

This training will strengthen the capacity of water sector professionals and policymakers in OIC Member States to design, manage, and mobilize sustainable water security interventions through inclusive governance, data-driven decision making, and effective project development.

• EXPECTED IMPACTS

• Improved capacity of participants to apply inclusive governance principles in water management
• Enhanced ability to use data and evidence for informed water-related decision making
• Increased readiness of participants to develop and mobilize water security projects
• Strengthened networks and collaboration among water professionals across OIC Member States

• Who can Attend?
• Water Resources Experts, Network and Platforms in the OIC Member States, Observer States and beyond
• OIC Water Resources Institutions
• Water Departments from the OIC Member States
• Water Engineers, Hydrologists
• University Faculties related to Water and Environment,
• Water Monitoring Units and Utility Regulation Authorities
• Transboundary Water Cooperation Committees
• Invite interested Data Scientists from Universities, and Hydrological centers

Mode: Hybrid

Venue for Onsite participation: OIC-COMSTECH Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan

Registration Links: Click Here

Zoom Link for online Participation

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Flyers:

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Certificate
Participants will be certified

For more information, please kindly contact Mr. Omar Jallow at omarjallow@comstech.org

8-9 September 2025, University of Technology – Iraq

For More Information: Click Here

Flyer: Click Here

Organized by: OIC-COMSTECH
In collaboration with: SAWiE Ecosystems Ltd.
Date: 24 August 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: 3^rd Floor, COMSTECH Secretariat, Islamabad
Format: Hybrid

About the Event

OIC-COMSTECH, in collaboration with SAWiE Ecosystems Ltd., is organizing an International Roundtable and Technical Dialogue on “Unlocking Agricultural Carbon Markets: Climate-Smart Solutions for a Resilient Future.”

Agriculture remains central to food security, livelihoods, exports and economic growth across Pakistan and many OIC member states. At the same time, agricultural activities—including rice cultivation, livestock, synthetic fertilizer use and on-farm energy consumption—contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. The transition towards climate-smart and low-carbon agriculture therefore presents both a challenge and an important opportunity.

The Roundtable will explore how climate-smart agriculture, nature-based solutions, regenerative agriculture and carbon-market mechanisms can help reduce emissions while maintaining agricultural productivity, improving resilience, strengthening export competitiveness and creating new opportunities for farmers and other stakeholders.

Objectives

The Roundtable aims to:

• Convene government, industry, financial institutions, researchers and farming stakeholders around a shared agenda for agricultural decarbonization.
• Build a common understanding of how nature-based and climate-smart solutions can translate into carbon assets and verified emissions reductions.
• Explore pathways, integrity safeguards and equitable benefit-sharing mechanisms for taking agricultural carbon projects to market under Pakistan’s Carbon Market Policy Guidelines and Article 6.

Who Can Attend?

The Roundtable is particularly relevant for:

• Government officials and policymakers working in agriculture, climate change, environment, food security and finance
• Agricultural researchers and scientists
• Agribusinesses and private-sector organizations
• Agri-tech and climate-smart agriculture companies
• Farmers, farmer associations and cooperatives
• Development partners and international organizations

Key Themes

The technical dialogue will focus on i. Climate-Smart Agriculture, ii. Sustainable Rice Production & Carbon Markets, iii. Climate-Smart Irrigation, iv.Nature-Based Solutions, v. Regenerative Agriculture & Carbon Markets, vi. Agricultural Carbon Markets & Article.

The detailed program includes expert presentations and panel discussions on carbon markets, sustainable rice production, climate-smart irrigation, nature-based solutions, regenerative agriculture, methane reduction and biochar.

Registration & Participation

The event will be conducted in a hybrid format, providing an opportunity for both in-person (For Rawalpindi / Islamabad residents) and online participation.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/ptAGp34DYNSidAu77

For further information and participation:
Dr. Khalid Mahmood
Founder, SAWiE Ecosystems
khalid.mahmood@sawie.net

Ms. Khazima Muazim
Senior Program Manager, OIC-COMSTECH
khazima@comstech.org

Date: 2nd ,September 2025
Venue: COMSTECH Secretariat, Islamabad, Pakistan
Time: 10:00-3:30 PST

Flyer: Click Here

About the Workshop:

OIC – COMSTECH, in collaboration with leading botanical scientists from Azerbaijan & other OIC countries is organizing a focused One-day international workshop on nature-based medicinal and cosmetic products. The workshop will showcase traditional knowledge, research advances, product development, and commercialization strategies in the field of botanical sciences.

This event aims to strengthen scientific exchange and promote collaborative research between Pakistan, Azerbaijan & OIC countries on herbal medicines and cosmetic formulations using indigenous plant resources.

Objective:

The primary aim of the workshop is to:

1. Foster scientific exchange between Pakistan, OIC members and Azerbaijan.
2. Promote collaborative research on indigenous medicinal plants.
3. Explore product development strategies in herbal medicine and cosmetics.
4. Facilitate knowledge transfer and commercialization pathways in the botanical sector.

 Key Themes:

1. Medicinal plant biodiversity of Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and OIC member states.
2. Traditional knowledge systems and pharmacological validation.
3. Botanical extract formulations for dermatology and cosmetics.
4. Scientific research and innovation in herbal product development.
5. Pakistan, Azerbaijan and OIC member states R&D collaboration and commercialization pathways.

Target Beneficiaries:

•     Researchers and scientists in the field of botany, pharmacognosy, and natural products.

•     Faculty members and postgraduate students from relevant disciplines.

•     Industry professionals in herbal medicine and cosmetic formulation.

•     Policymakers and R&D stakeholders from OIC countries.

Speakers & Experts from:

• Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences.
• International speakers from Iran, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

PARTICIPANTS:

• Registration Link: Click Here
• Physically only for Islamabad/Rawalpindi residents.
• Virtual: Open for all OIC members states & other countries.
• Certificates will be provided to all participants-80% of attendance is necessary for certificates.

Highlights:

• Inaugural session with senior Scientists from Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
• Scientific presentations and expert talks.
• Certificate of participation for attendees.

Limited Seats Available – Pre-registration Required
For Registration and Information: Click Here

 Date: 20^th August 2026
Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm

Background:

Rapid urbanization and climate change are reshaping cities across the world, particularly in OIC Member States where growing populations continue to place increasing pressure on infrastructure, natural resources, and essential public services. Rising greenhouse gas emissions, unsustainable construction practices, urban heat, flooding, air pollution, and declining green spaces have made climate resilience a priority for sustainable urban development.

To address these challenges, OIC-COMSTECH, under the Forum on Environment and Ecosystem Restoration (CFEER), is organizing an online seminar on “Building Climate Resilient Smart Cities for a Sustainable Future.” The seminar will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students to explore innovative strategies, digital technologies, and collaborative approaches for developing smarter, more inclusive, and climate-resilient cities across OIC Member and Observer States.

Objectives

• To promote integrated approaches for developing climate-resilient and sustainable smart cities.
• To strengthen the link between scientific research, technology, and urban policymaking.
• To share practical strategies for sustainable urban infrastructure, mobility, energy management, and climate adaptation.

Expected Outcomes

• Enhanced understanding of climate-resilient urban planning and smart city solutions.
• Improved collaboration between researchers, policymakers, and practitioners on sustainable urban development.
• Identification of practical and innovative approaches for building inclusive, resilient, and environmentally sustainable cities across OIC Member States.

Who Can Apply:

Researchers, faculty members, policymakers, urban planners, professionals, development practitioners, postgraduate students, and representatives of government agencies, universities, research institutions, and relevant organizations from OIC Member and Observer States are encouraged to apply.

Registration:
For Participation, please register at: Click Here

Contact details:

For any queries, please feel free to contact:

Aneela Aziz
Internee
OIC – COMSTECH Secretariat     
Email: aneelaaziz19@gmail.com

Under the COMSTECH Expert Service Program, hosted by the COMSTECH Center for Training & Research on AI & Emerging Technologies

Date: August 10–11, 2026    Time: 10:00 – 14:00 (Pakistan Standard Time)

Introduction:

Artificial Intelligence is changing the way software-intensive systems are designed, built, and maintained. As AI components become a standard part of engineering solutions, sound software engineering principles need to be paired with methods specific to AI. OIC-COMSTECH is organizing a two-day training course on “Engineering of AI Driven Systems” to give researchers and faculty members from OIC Member and Observer States a practical grounding in how to engineer AI-driven systems.

Importance:

As AI moves from experimental use into mission-critical deployments, conventional software engineering practices on their own are no longer enough to guarantee quality, safety, and reliability. Engineering AI-driven systems calls for its own discipline – one that accounts for data-driven behavior, changing requirements, and the integration of AI components into larger systems. This course walks participants through that discipline across the AI system lifecycle, from requirements to design, development, and deployment, and contributes to building this capacity within institutions across OIC Member States.

Key Topics to be Covered:

1. Fundamentals of AI
2. Requirement Intelligence
3. AI Driven Design
4. AI System Engineering Life Cycle
5. AI for Software Engineering

Speaker Profile:

This training course will be delivered by Prof. Dr. Atif Mashkoor, who is an Associate Professor at the Johannes Kepler University (JKU) Linz, Austria. Furthermore, he currently serves as the Requirements & Process Manager at Fronius International, Austria, and previously served as the Founding Managing Director of the Sino-Pak Center for AI at Pak-Austria Fachhochschule, and as Scientific Head at the Software Competence Center Hagenberg, Austria. He is also an Adjunct Faculty member at the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi.

Dr. Mashkoor holds a Doctorate of Science (Habilitation) in Software Engineering from JKU Austria, a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Lorraine, France, and an M.S. in Computer Science from Umeå University, Sweden. He is an internationally recognized expert in Requirements Engineering, Formal Methods, and AI-driven Software Engineering, with over 100 publications and 1,400+ citations to his credit.

Pre-requisites:

Applicants should hold a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Who Can Apply:

Researchers and faculty members from universities and research institutions across OIC Member and Observer States are encouraged to apply.

Registration:

Workshop Coordinator:

Muhammad Haseeb Ahmad
Program Officer
OIC-COMSTECH
Haseeb.ahmad@comstech.org

Jointly organized by the Halal Institute, Prince of Songkla University, and the OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH).

Date: 30 July – 2 August 2026
Venue: ICC Hall Hatyai, Songkhla, Thailand

Flyer: Click Here

Introduction

The global Halal industry has evolved far beyond traditional dietary boundaries, transitioning into a holistic, multi-billion-dollar ecosystem that encompasses wellness, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and advanced services. The 15th World HAPEX Thailand 2026 (World Halal Products Exhibition) stands as a premier international platform designed to catalyze growth, harmonize standards, and showcase cutting-edge innovations within the sector.

For OIC Member and Observer states, this event represents a crucial strategic avenue for capacity building, intra-OIC trade expansion, and scientific exchange. Southeast Asia, with Thailand as a major regional hub, offers mature frameworks in Halal food science, standardization, and export logistics.

Recognizing the immense importance, OIC-COMSTECH has partnered with the Prince of Songkla University (PSU) to co-organize this landmark event. Through this strategic collaboration, both institutions aim to actively engage leading scientists, researchers, and policy experts from across OIC member and observer states, providing them a premier platform to contribute to the international conference, share technical expertise, and drive institutional partnerships forward.

Objectives

• Promote Science and Innovation: Showcase cutting-edge research, technology, and compliance strategies driving the modern Halal market, with a strong focus on wellness and sustainability.
• Foster Regional & International Collaborations: Strengthen institutional, academic, and economic ties between Thailand and OIC member states to scale up the global Halal ecosystem.
• Facilitate Market Access: Provide a dynamic marketplace for small, medium, and large enterprises to showcase certified Halal products to an international audience.
• Enhance Capacity Building: Offer expert-led conference to bridge the gap between traditional Islamic jurisprudence and modern scientific innovations.

Program Components:

The event features a multi-faceted program designed to foster academic rigor and B2B commercial synergy:

• International Conference: Scientific and academic deliberations on modern Halal standards, verification techniques, and biotechnological compliance.
• Global Halal Forum: High-level strategic discussions regarding market trends, economic policies, and trade facilitation.
• Halal Products Exhibition: A massive commercial showcase featuring certified Halal foods, modern cosmetics, organic wellness products, and logistics solutions.
• Business Matching: Dedicated B2B networking sessions designed to secure investment, trade partnerships, and institutional supply agreements.
• Seminars & Talks: Capacity-building workshops addressing certifications, digital supply chain tracking, and global consumer behavior.
• Demonstrations & Competitions: Interactive showcases, culinary arts, and innovative product competitions emphasizing Halal wellness.

Potential Participants

• Policymakers, government officials, and diplomatic delegations from OIC member states, observer nations, and ASEAN countries.
• Researchers, scientists, academics, and food technologists focusing on Halal compliance and bio-sciences.
• Halal certification bodies, and legal framework experts.
• Entrepreneurs, manufacturers, distributors, and exporters within the Halal food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and tourism sectors.
• Postgraduate students, trainees, and innovators in the field of food sciences and wellness.

Registration:

For registration, please apply via the link: Click Here
For any queries please contact events@comstech.org

Application Deadline: 20^th August, 2025

 OIC-COMSTECH, in collaboration with China’s top -ranked Ningbo University, announces a joint program on Aerospace Biomedicine, Pharmaceuticals, and Artificial Intelligence, this program offers to provide hands-on training on Medical and STEM fields.  

Background:

OIC-COMSTECH, in collaboration with China’s top-ranked Ningbo University, has launched a specialized joint program aimed at strengthening the scientific and technological capacity of OIC member states. This initiative focuses on hands-on training in aerospace medicine, biomedicine, pharmaceuticals, and artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on medical and STEM related fields. The program is an attempt the meet the need for skilled researchers, technical personnel in these emerging disciplines, equipping participants with practical expertise to support healthcare innovation and technological advancement across the Islamic world.

Objective:

• To provide hands-on training in Aerospace Medicine, Biomedicine, Pharmaceuticals, and Artificial Intelligence.
• To enhance the technical skills of researchers and professionals from OIC member states in emerging medical and technological fields.
• To foster collaboration and knowledge exchange between OIC countries and Ningbo University for sustainable scientific development.

Target Beneficiaries:

This program will benefit Research Scientists and STEM teachers related to fields such as Biochemistry, Biological Science, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace Science, Chemical Sciences and teachers from academic and research institutions of OIC member and observer states, and Muslim Minorites in non-OIC member states can apply.

Eligibility Criteria:

• At least MS degree in STEM fields
• All OIC member states, Muslims minorities of non-OIC states.
• Staff of HEIs & R&D Labs and institutes.

Program support:

• OIC-COMSTECH will cover travel and visa cost of the selected participants.
• Ningbo University will provide accommodation, (double occupancy) and halal meals.

Application Link: Click Here

Poster:  Attached

Address: COMSTECH Secretariat, 33-Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad 
Phone No. : 92 51 9220681-3
Email: pcayesha@comstech.org ; khazima@comstech.org ; comstech@comstech.org