KazNU and Seoul National University are implementing new scientific initiatives — KazNU

KazNU and Seoul National University are implementing new scientific initiatives

18 September 2026
KazNU and Seoul National University are implementing new scientific initiatives

Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and Seoul National University have signed a memorandum of cooperation. This agreement was reached within the framework of the "Republic of Korea –Central Asia" summit.

The memorandum provides for the exchange of students and teachers, university staff. It also allows for joint scientific research and the exchange of data, publications, and other academic information.

The parties intend to pay special attention to the development of partnership in the field of research. The general Agreement creates the basis for the formation of joint scientific initiatives and provides for the possibility of attracting funding from national and international organizations for the implementation of joint projects.

The official document was signed by Acting First Vice–rector, Deputy Chairman of the Board of KazNU Samgat Yermekbayev and Vice-President of Seoul National University.

Seoul National University occupies a leading position in the higher education system of the Republic of Korea and is a member of the prestigious SKY Group, which unites three leading universities in the country.

Press-service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University