From November 3 to 6, 2026, at Murdoch University in Perth (Commonwealth of Australia), the Rectors of 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 entitled "The Value of Universities in the Era of Artificial Intelligence". The international conference has brought together representatives of education and science, leaders of higher educational institutions, and international experts from numerous countries around the world.
During the General Conference, issues regarding the development of higher education, the integration of artificial intelligence and innovative technologies into the education system, the role of universities in achieving sustainable development goals, as well as opportunities for expanding international academic cooperation were discussed.
Currently, a number of higher educational institutions in our country are members of the International Association of Universities.
Secretary General of the International Association of Universities, Dr. Hilligje van't Land, delivered a comprehensive report on the work carried out by the Association during the period 2023–2026.
The participation of the heads of our country's higher educational institutions in this international event will make a great contribution to enhancing the international competitiveness of the national education system, establishing direct contacts with leading foreign universities, developing the academic mobility of students and faculty members, as well as implementing joint research projects.
Within the framework of the working visit, in accordance with the conference program, a series of bilateral meetings was held, and key areas for future cooperation were identified.
We express our sincere gratitude to Hero Arkadag and Arkadagly Hero Serdar, who create broad opportunities for the development of international cooperation in the scientific and educational sphere of our country, and wish them robust health, longevity, as well as continued success in their activities of global importance for the benefit of the people and the state.