The Second Forum of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan has been held

On October 16, the Second Rectors' Forum between higher education institutions of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan was held in the city of Khankendi, hosted by Karabakh University. Vilayat Valiyev, Rector of the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), participated in the forum. The event, which brought together nearly 30 higher education institutions from both countries, was dedicated to the development of partnerships in higher education.

The forum was organized with the aim of expanding cooperation in the field of higher education, promoting joint initiatives in scientific research and innovation, and strengthening inter-university ties.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Shahin Bayramov, Rector of Karabakh University, welcomed the participants and expressed his pleasure at hosting them at Karabakh University.

In his address, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev discussed the development dynamics of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan in the spheres of science and higher education. The Minister emphasized the importance of expanding academic ties between universities, strengthening the exchange of experience, and implementing joint initiatives. Konqratbay Sharipov, Rector of Tashkent State University of Economics, highlighted the significance of the forum in establishing new partnerships and strengthening existing cooperative ties. He noted that such platforms create vital opportunities for the development of joint scientific research and educational projects.

Panel discussions involving the heads of leading higher education institutions from both countries were held as part of the forum. The discussions focused on strengthening university-industry collaboration, the practical application of research findings, enhancing innovation potential, and fostering international cooperation between higher education institutions in Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.

During the event, nearly 60 memoranda of understanding were signed, aimed at expanding inter-university cooperation and implementing joint scientific and academic initiatives.

The forum program also included familiarization tours for participants to the cities of Khankendi and Shusha, as well as a visit to School No. 1 named after Mirzo Ulugbek, located in the city of Fuzuli. It should be noted that the forum will continue its work on October 17.