Representatives of the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences Participated in the IX General Assembly of the Union of National Academies of Sciences of the Turkic World

On October 16, 2026, the IX General Assembly of the Union of National Academies of Sciences of the Turkic World (UNASTW) was held at the Gylym Ordasy building in Almaty. The international scientific event took place as part of the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Faculty members, doctoral students, and master's students from the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University participated in the General Assembly.

The event brought together the heads of national academies of sciences from Kazakhstan, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan, representatives of the International Turkic Academy, leading scholars, and representatives of scientific organizations. The discussions focused on strengthening international scientific cooperation, developing joint research initiatives, and expanding academic collaboration among Turkic countries.

During the Assembly, Zhanseit K. Tuimebayev, Chairman of the Board – Rector of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, delivered a presentation entitled "Turkology: Historical Roots, Contemporary Processes and Integration Paradigms." In his speech, he highlighted the historical significance of the Ulus of Jochi and the Golden Horde, emphasizing their important role in the formation of statehood and the development of civilizational processes across Eurasia.

One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the signing of an agreement to establish an international scientific consortium dedicated to the joint study of steppe civilization, the Golden Horde, and the Ulus of Jochi. In addition, a roadmap for joint scientific activities for 2027-2031 was presented, outlining further opportunities for international research cooperation.

Participation in the event provided representatives of the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences with an opportunity to learn about current directions in international research, broaden their scientific perspectives, and strengthen the interest of young researchers in interdisciplinary scientific collaboration.

Such international scientific platforms play an important role in developing the academic environment, promoting the exchange of scientific knowledge, and engaging doctoral and master's students in the international research community.