The rectors of the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University and the Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management are taking part in the 17th General Conference of the International Association of Universities, which is being held on 3–6 November at Murdoch University in Perth, Australia. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan.
The theme of the conference is “The Value of Universities in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”. The event has brought together heads of higher education institutions, representatives of the education and science sectors, and international experts from various countries.
Participants are discussing the development of higher education, the introduction of artificial intelligence and innovative technologies into the educational process, the role of universities in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and opportunities for expanding international academic cooperation.
Several higher education institutions of Turkmenistan are currently members of the International Association of Universities.
During the conference, the Secretary-General of the association, Dr Hilligje van't Land, presented a detailed report on the organisation's activities for 2023–2026.
The participation of the heads of Turkmen universities in the international conference is aimed at developing direct ties with foreign universities, increasing the competitiveness of the national education system, expanding the academic mobility of students and teaching staff, and implementing joint research projects.
A number of bilateral meetings were also held during the visit, at which promising areas for further cooperation were identified.
