A delegation led by Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev, participating in UNESCO's Global Ministerial Dialogue on Science Diplomacy, met with UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences Lidia Brito on 25 March. The meeting discussed the prospects for the implementation of joint projects in the field of natural sciences and the expansion of institutional partnerships. The parties also discussed the possibility of cooperation in connection with the inclusion of climate literacy indicators of students in the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), as agreed between the Ministry of Science and Education and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) at COP29. E. Amrullaev and L. Brito also exchanged views on the development of international cooperation in the field of STEAM education. The Azerbaijani delegation also met with Azzedine El Midaoui, Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation of the Kingdom of Morocco. During the meeting, the current cooperation and prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation between the two countries in the field of science and higher education were discussed.  

26/03/2025 11:40

A delegation led by Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullaev will participate in the Global Ministerial Dialogue on "Science Diplomacy in a Rapidly Changing World: Building Peace in the Minds of Men and Women," taking place on 25-26 March at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. The main objective of the event, which will bring together Ministers of Science and Education from different countries, representatives of the scientific community and renowned international experts, is to discuss the role of science diplomacy in addressing the global challenges of the 21st century, promoting innovation and exploring ways to harness the potential of science diplomacy for sustainable development.  

25/03/2025 17:08

On March 4, ADA University hosted a round table dedicated to expanding cooperation in the field of higher education between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan.   The Minister of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, Emin Amrullayev, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, who is on a visit to our country, and the rectors of leading universities of both countries took part in the round table.   The Rector of the ADA University, Hafiz Pashayev, gave a welcoming speech and greeted the participants of the event. The rector emphasized the professionalism of the Kazakh teachers working at the university he heads and noted that efforts will continue to expand cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan in the field of science and education.   The Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, said that Kazakhstan intends to expand cooperation with Azerbaijan in the field of higher education. Speaking about the importance of strengthening mutual academic and scientific cooperation, Sayasat Nurbek added that the two countries are currently working on educational strategies, cooperation plans with partner universities and innovative approaches. The Minister said that joint activities are being expanded to create new opportunities in the academic and research fields.    In his turn, the Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev said it was important to develop cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan in the field of education. Emin Amrullayev noted that both countries have their national interests, and based on these interests it was decided to use a similar model of action in the field of education. The Minister stressed that the main goal is to strengthen higher education and ensure sustainable development of our universities. Speaking about the educational exhibition of Kazakh universities, which will be held in Baku for the first time, Emin Amrullayev said that this event is an important step for academic co-operation. The Minister urged the universities of both countries to cooperate closely.   Speaking at the roundtable, Kazakh Ambassador to Azerbaijan Alim Bayel emphasized that large-scale reforms are being carried out in the education sector in both Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan and added that Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan intend to further strengthen cooperation in the education sector.   At the roundtable, heads of higher education institutions from Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan spoke about existing links between higher education institutions in the two countries and opportunities for cooperation.   During the roundtable panel discussion on "Expanding academic cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan", views were exchanged on "Dual Diploma Programs between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan: effective implementation and impact strategies", "Scientific cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan: promoting innovation and global partnership" and "Expanding academic mobility and cultural cooperation".   The discussions culminated in the signing of 40 Memoranda of Understanding, involving a total of 17 universities from both countries.  

04/03/2025 16:25

On 4 March, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev met with Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek.   During the meeting they discussed issues of bilateral cooperation with the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as prospects for its development in the field of science and higher education.

04/03/2025 13:22

The delegation, led by Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev, visited several leading higher education institutions in Turkey as part of a visit to the country.   On 27 and 28 February, the delegation met with the Rector of Istanbul Technical University, Hasan Mandal, and the Rector of Koç University Metin Sitti. During the meeting, the parties discussed the prospects of inter-university cooperation. They also got acquainted with the material and technical base and laboratories of the respective universities.   On 1 March, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev met with Rector of Gebze Technical University in Turkey Haji Ali Mantar and Rector of Yildiz Technical University Eyup Debik. The sides discussed possibilities of cooperation between higher education institutions of Turkey and Azerbaijan.   Minister Emin Amrullayev then got acquainted with the teaching conditions, material and technical bases, and laboratories of these universities.

03/03/2025 18:38

The delegation, led by Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev, is visiting Istanbul to participate in the IV meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Turkish-Azerbaijani University and to meet with the rectors of higher education institutions of the Republic of Turkey, including the Chairman of the Higher Education Council of the Republic of Turkey Erol Ozvar, as well as the rectors of Hacettepe University, Istanbul Technical University and Middle East Technical University, who participate in the activities of the Turkish-Azerbaijani University from the Turkish side. As part of the visit, the delegation, led by Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev, attended the 4th meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Turkish-Azerbaijani University on 27 February.   During the visit, the delegation also met with Erol Ozvar, Chairman of the Higher Education Council of the Republic of Turkey, Mustafa Kurt, Rector of Marmara University of the Republic of Turkey, and Hasan Mandal, Rector of Istanbul Technical University.   During the meeting the guests got acquainted with the material and technical base and laboratories of the leading faculties of the above-mentioned universities and discussed the possibilities of cooperation with a number of Azerbaijani universities, including Karabakh University.   In addition, a meeting was held with Azerbaijani students enrolled in doctoral programs in Turkey and the possibilities of future academic and scientific activities of the students were discussed.   It should be noted that the visit, which will last until 2 March, will also include meetings with the rectors of other universities.

28/02/2025 18:18

On 27 February, Deputy Minister of Science and Education Hasan Hasanli met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Azerbaijan Bayel Alim.   During the meeting, the issues of bilateral cooperation with the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of education and prospects for its development were discussed.

27/02/2025 18:20

During his visit to Paris, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev met with Azerbaijani doctoral students studying in France and other Western European countries.   At the meeting held in the Cultural Centre of the Republic of Azerbaijan in France, Emin Amrullayev emphasized the constant care of the state for the development of science and education in our country and informed the students about the reforms carried out in the higher education system in recent years and innovations in the educational system. The Minister highlighted the existing educational opportunities at Karabakh University, including the extension of the period of the current State Program for education abroad until 2028 and the allocation of an appropriate quota for doctoral students.   During the meeting, Emin Amrullaev answered questions of interest to students and discussed opportunities for doctoral students in their future academic and scientific activities.   The Minister urged the youth to take up research activities in our country after completing their education and contribute to the development of science and higher education.

27/02/2025 12:25

The Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev met on 14 February with the newly appointed Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Country Director for Azerbaijan, Sunniya Durrani-Jamal. During the meeting, the issues of the bilateral co-operation with the ADB and the prospects for its further development were discussed.

14/02/2025 17:58

On 7 February, Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev met with the founder of Istanbul Okan University, Mr. Bekir Okan, and member of the Board, former Turkish Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Azerbaijan, Mr. Hulusi Kılıç.   During the meeting, the prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of science and higher education were discussed.

07/02/2025 15:09