Pakistan, Nov. 13 -- Acting Rector and President of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed, has said the youth of Pakistan are as close to his heart as the youth of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, calling Pakistan his home away from home.

He said this in a special message to the youth on Friday.

He urged upon Pakistani youth to take interest in learning modern knowledge and excel in all professional fields. International Islamic University Islamabad has witnessed a steady trend of considerable improvements in the standard of its hostels and classrooms.

The IIUI President said unity, faith and discipline hold the key to the Ummah's rise among the comity of nations. He urged the youth to embrace ...