A 25–30-member international delegation comprising government officials and representatives from Iraq, Sri Lanka, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, along with colleagues from the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD), visited the Chocolate Academy Rawalpindi Campus during their engagement in Pakistan.

During the visit, the delegation was welcomed with a special baking and chocolate showcase prepared by the academy’s baking students. The students presented a selection of handcrafted bakery and chocolate products, demonstrating their creativity, technical skills and professional expertise.

The showcase provided the visiting delegates with an opportunity to experience the academy’s practical learning environment and observe how students apply their classroom knowledge through hands-on training. The students’ work reflected attention to preparation, presentation, creativity and professional production techniques.

The international guests also gained insight into the role of practical skills development in preparing young people for professional opportunities within the baking and culinary sectors. For the students, the visit provided a valuable platform to present their skills and work to an international audience.

The visit highlighted Chocolate Academy Pakistan’s focus on practical education, creativity and industry-oriented training. Such engagements also provide students with opportunities to interact with international visitors, build professional confidence and gain exposure beyond the classroom.

The visit marked a meaningful exchange between international delegates and Pakistan’s emerging baking and culinary talent, showcasing the potential of skills-based education to create broader opportunities for young professionals.