A delegation led by the rector of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) Vilayat Valiyev paid a working visit to Aachen University of Technology (RWTH Aachen), one of the leading universities in Germany and the world. The delegation was also attended by Vice-Rector for Science and Innovation Subhan Namazov and Head of the Research and Development Department Bakhtiyar Badalov.

Rector Vilayat Valiyev provided information about AzTU's successful cooperation with German universities and the university's areas of activity.

During the meeting with Professor Thomas Gries, Head of the Institute of Textile Technologies (ITA) of RWTH Aachen, the establishment of bilateral cooperation relations at the initiative of "Synergia Academy" was highly appreciated, joint cooperation in the field of scientific research and education, implementation of the German Research Internship Program, establishment of the Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratory, implementation of a joint industry-based mini MBA program, joint research projects and conferences were discussed. Agreement was also reached on the organization of a joint certification program, preparation for signing a memorandum of understanding reflecting activities towards mutual support in international rankings. Both sides stressed their interest in cooperation in the above-mentioned areas.

During the visit, the delegation got acquainted with the rich multidisciplinary research laboratories of ITA established against the backdrop of university-industry cooperation, megatrends in the development of ITA in recent years, discussions were held and real topics of cooperation were identified.