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FBISE Postpones Matric Exams in Gulf Due to Security Concerns

3/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) postponed matriculation exams in Iran, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain due to security concerns.
The exams were scheduled to begin on March 31, 2026.
The FBISE will review the security situation in 15 days to announce new dates.
Punjab exams will proceed as planned, starting March 26, 2026.

History

Historical Context

The Taliban's 2021 takeover of Afghanistan heightened regional security concerns, prompting the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) to postpone exams in Iran, Kuwait, the UAE, and Bahrain. This decision affected thousands of students and reflects ongoing instability in the Middle East, where political unrest frequently disrupts educational continuity and threatens student performance across these nations.

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Story summary

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) postponed matriculation exams in Iran, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain due to security concerns.
The exams were scheduled to begin on March 31, 2026.
The FBISE will review the security situation in 15 days to announce new dates.
Punjab exams will proceed as planned, starting March 26, 2026.

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