With the 48th WorldSkills Competition just days away, international attention is turning towards Shanghai, where more than 1,400 competitors from over 70 countries and regions are preparing to demonstrate their skills across 64 competitions. WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 will take place from September 22 to 27 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center.
Ahead of the competition, an exclusive media preview has provided journalists with an early look at the preparations for the global skills event. The strong international media presence reflects the growing global focus on technical and vocational skills, professional excellence and the role of skills development in building future-ready economies.
Among the young talents preparing for the competition is COTHM student Mohid Mehboob, who is set to represent Pakistan in Culinary Arts at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. His participation marks an important milestone in his skills journey and provides an opportunity to showcase Pakistani culinary talent on an international platform.
Mohid earned his place through a competitive progression from the Inter-School level to Inter-Province and then National level, ultimately emerging as Pakistan’s representative in Culinary Arts. His journey reflects the importance of structured training, practical learning and sustained commitment to developing professional skills.
For COTHM, Mohid’s participation represents an opportunity to highlight the role of skills-based education in preparing young professionals for international platforms. His journey from COTHM’s training kitchens to a global skills competition demonstrates how practical education can connect classroom learning with professional competition and international exposure.
WorldSkills has emphasised the importance of media in raising awareness about skills and the value of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The Shanghai competition is expected to bring together competitors, experts, educators, industry representatives, policymakers and visitors from around the world.
As Shanghai prepares to welcome the global skills community, COTHM extends its best wishes to Mohid Mehboob as he prepares to represent Pakistan in Culinary Arts. His participation brings together talent, practical skills, determination and international exposure, with the global skills stage now ready for the next chapter of his journey.
