The 2nd Rectors' Forum between higher education institutions of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan is being held at Karabakh University in Khankendi, APA reports.
The forum, attended by representatives of nearly 30 higher education institutions from the two countries, is dedicated to developing partnerships in higher education.
The forum has been organized to expand cooperation in higher education, promote joint initiatives in scientific research and innovation, and strengthen ties between universities.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Rector of Karabakh University Shahin Bayramov welcomed the forum participants and expressed his pleasure at hosting them in Khankendi and at Karabakh University.
In his speech, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev spoke about the dynamics of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan in science and higher education. The minister emphasized the importance of expanding academic ties between universities, strengthening the exchange of experience, and implementing joint initiatives.
Rector of Tashkent State University of Economics Kongratbay Sharipov noted the importance of the forum in establishing new partnerships and strengthening existing cooperation. He stated that such platforms create significant opportunities for developing joint scientific research and educational projects.
As part of the forum, panel discussions were held with the participation of the heads of leading higher education institutions from both countries. The discussions focused on strengthening university-industry cooperation, the practical application of scientific research results, increasing innovation potential, and developing international cooperation between Azerbaijani and Uzbek higher education institutions.
During the event, X memorandums of understanding were signed, aimed at expanding inter-university cooperation and implementing joint scientific and academic initiatives.
The forum program also includes familiarization tours of Khankendi and Shusha, as well as a visit to Secondary School No. 1 named after Mirza Ulugbek in Fuzuli.
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