KazNU strengthens partnership with Iranian universities

Chairman of the Board - Rector of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Zhanseit Tuimebayev held a meeting with the delegation headed by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Kazakhstan Ali Joukar.

The parties discussed the development of cooperation in priority areas of education and science.

The rector noted the importance of long-term cooperation with Iranian universities. Also, the head of the university said that three professors of Iranian universities delivered lectures at KazNU.

"Al-Farabi KazNU develops cooperation with 7 universities of Iran. In the future it is necessary to increase partnership in the field of science, education and culture. Currently there are 11 Iranian students studying at the university. This figure can still be increased," the rector said.

In turn, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Kazakhstan Ali Joukar thanked the rector of the university for his trust and voiced a number of proposals.

"It is very important to develop the teachings of Kazakh and Iranian studies in the two countries. In this regard, the Iranian side will allocate 20 grants for Kazakhstani studying youth this year. We also invite scientists and orientalists of Kazakhstan to take part in scientific festivals, which are held annually in Iran. The winners of this festival will receive cash prizes. This is a great opportunity for scientists. The proposals that I voiced will contribute to the development of science and education between the two countries," said the honorable ambassador.

The meeting continued with a discussion of interaction and further cooperation within the framework of joint scientific and educational projects.

Press-service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University