President Mamnoon Hussain says the Prime Minister's Youth Skill Development Program (PMYSDP) is aimed at training the youth in line with modern standards of trade and employment, reported by Radio Pakistan.

He was addressing the award ceremony of Youth Skill Development Program in Islamabad on Monday.

He said only hardworking and talented youth can ensure progress and development of the country.

The President said pragmatic policies are imperative to put the society's labor force and process of development on a right track.