A meeting between the leadership of Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University and Magtymguly Turkmen State University was held in the capital of Turkmenistan. The event was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan, underscoring the high priority both countries place on cooperation in education and science, DKNews.kz reports.
The visit of the Abai KazNPU delegation to Ashgabat marked a practical step toward implementing agreements reached at the highest state level, moving bilateral cooperation from dialogue to concrete action.
Turkology and joint research at the core of cooperation
One of the central themes of the discussions was cooperation in the field of Turkology. The parties focused on the prospects for conducting joint expeditions and research in Turkic linguistics, literature, and shared history.
Participants emphasized that such collaboration goes beyond academic interest, contributing to a deeper understanding of the common cultural and historical heritage of the two nations and strengthening humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan.
Student and academic exchange as an investment in the future
A key outcome of the meeting was an agreement to develop short-term and long-term mobility programs for students and faculty members. The sides also agreed to expand mutual access to scientific collections and archival materials.
These initiatives are expected to provide students with international academic experience and enable researchers to work with unique sources, while fostering long-term partnerships between academic communities in both countries.
Memorandum of cooperation and embassy support
During the meeting, the draft Memorandum of Cooperation between Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University and Magtymguly Turkmen State University was discussed. The document is expected to be signed in the near future and will serve as an institutional framework for sustained collaboration.
In his remarks, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan noted that educational ties form a reliable bridge between future generations of the two countries. He also confirmed the Embassy’s readiness to provide comprehensive support to initiatives aimed at establishing joint research centers and cultural-educational programs.
Beyond academia: part of a strategic partnership
Representatives of Magtymguly Turkmen State University highlighted that the personal participation of the Ambassador of Kazakhstan reflects the broader significance of the cooperation.
“The direct involvement of the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan demonstrates that cooperation between Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University and Magtymguly Turkmen State University goes beyond purely academic interaction. It is an important component of the strategic partnership between our states,” representatives of the university administration noted.
Experts believe that such initiatives lay a strong foundation for long-term collaboration in education and science, while further strengthening the humanitarian dimension of Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan relations.
