Pakistani educationist receives King’s Award for Enterprise
Muhammad Zohaib Tariq, Karachi-born founder of UK-based LRN, receives 2026 honor for international trade, marking organization’s second royal award
LONDON (MNTV) — Pakistani educationist Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Tariq has received the King’s Award for Enterprise 2026 in recognition of his organization’s achievements in international trade.
Originally from Karachi, Tariq is the founder and chief executive officer of LRN, a UK-based organization that provides educational services in 58 countries.
The award ceremony in London was attended by Nick Bracken, representing King Charles III, and local government Mayor Maggie Themistocli. Senior representatives of British educational institutions also attended, along with officials from Oman’s Ministry of Education and senior education representatives from Bangladesh.
The award marks LRN’s second royal honor.
The organization previously received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2020 for its achievements in international trade.
Tariq described the latest recognition as a source of pride for overseas Pakistanis and expressed his willingness to contribute his international experience and expertise to the development of Pakistan’s education sector.
The award highlights the international reach of a UK-based education organization founded by a Pakistani entrepreneur.