ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, December 8.
Turkmenistan and Pakistan engaged in discussions aimed at expanding
collaboration between their higher education institutions, with a
particular focus on the implementation of existing bilateral
agreements and the potential for increasing their number, Trend reports via the Turkmen
Ministry of Education.
The meeting was held between Turkmenistan’s Minister of
Education, Jumamyrat Gurbangeldiev, and the Ambassador of Pakistan
to Turkmenistan, Faryal Legari. The parties emphasized that
Turkmenistan-Pakistan cooperation has traditionally been
characterized by a friendly rapport and has further strengthened in
recent years.
Minister Gurbangeldiev briefed the Ambassador on initiatives
undertaken to enhance the quality of education in line with
international standards, highlighting both national and
international accomplishments. Particular attention was given to
the active participation of Pakistani students in international
conferences, competitions, and Olympiads organized by Turkmen
universities, including their award-winning achievements.
The discussion also encompassed opportunities for scholarships,
student exchange programs, and reciprocal visits by educational
delegations. The Ambassador expressed keen interest in further
consolidating cooperation between the educational institutions of
countries.
