CHONGQING, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) -- Muhammad Shahbaz, a 37-year-old medical researcher from Pakistan, currently works at the neutron science institute (Chongqing) of the FDS consortium, focusing on the clinical application and international collaboration of precision radiotherapy technology.
Muhammad Shahbaz (1st R, front) poses for selfies with Pakistani students near Liziba sightseeing platform in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Muhammad Shahbaz makes an experiment at the neutron science institute (Chongqing) of the FDS consortium in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Muhammad Shahbaz (R) makes an experiment with a colleague at the neutron science institute (Chongqing) of the FDS consortium in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 29, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
In 2006, Shahbaz came to China from Pakistan to study medicine and has lived in the country for nearly two decades. "Chongqing not only boasts cutting-edge precision radiotherapy technology but also offers a comprehensive talent system that gives me a sense of belonging," he said.
Muhammad Shahbaz (L) discusses precision radiotherapy technology with a colleague at the neutron science institute (Chongqing) of the FDS consortium in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 29, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Muhammad Shahbaz (R) talks to colleagues at the neutron science institute (Chongqing) of the FDS consortium in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 29, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
During his time in China, Shahbaz has built platforms to help Pakistani students pursue education in China and invited Chinese experts to provide guidance in Pakistan. He actively promotes Sino-Pakistani cooperation in medical education, scientific research, and digital healthcare, and helps more people in his home country benefit from China's innovations.
Muhammad Shahbaz (4th L) introduces Xiahaoli ancient street to Pakistani students in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Muhammad Shahbaz (2nd R) talks with Pakistani students at Xiahaoli ancient street in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Muhammad Shahbaz talks with his family via video link in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Huang Wei)
Coordinators: Wang Qingqin, Meng Chenguang, Hu Zhixuan, Chu Jiayin
Reporter: Huang Wei
Designers: Zhou Dixiao, Mu Wenchun
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