Pakistan, July 23 -- Federal Minister for Law, Justice and Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday said that nations investing in knowledge and human capital were the ones shaping the future, and called for strengthening education, scientific research and innovation across the Muslim world.

Addressing the Inter-Islamic Forum for the Advancement of Education, Scientific Research and Innovation at the OIC-COMSTECH Secretariat, he said access to quality education and scientific knowledge empowered individuals, reduced inequality, promoted tolerance, strengthened democratic values and contributed to peace, justice and sustainable development.

He reaffirmed the government's unwavering support for initiatives promoting higher edu...