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Auezov University Rector Participates in Kazakhstan–Belgium Rectors’ Forum Attended by the Head of State
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The Kazakhstan-Belgium Rectors Forum was held in Astana as part of the state visit of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians to the Republic of Kazakhstan. The forum was attended by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Auezov University Board Chair-Rector Mukhtar Tolegen took part in this high-level event.
The state visit of King Philippe, taking place at the invitation of the Head of State, marked an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations. The previous day high-level talks were held at Akorda, culminating in the adoption of a Joint Statement outlining measures to further strengthen the partnership, including in higher education, science and innovation.
The upcoming historic anniversary adds particular significance to the visit. As President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted 2027 will mark the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Belgium.
The forum brought together heads of higher education institutions in Kazakhstan and 12 university rectors from Belgium. At Astana Hub and the Alem.ai International Artificial Intelligence Centre, participants discussed the digital transformation of higher education, the integration of artificial intelligence into scientific research, the expansion of academic mobility and the implementation of joint innovation projects.
For Auezov University the development of relations with Belgian higher education institutions has a strong practical foundation. The University has been successfully cooperating with Ghent University for several years with master’s students participating in the Erasmus+ international academic mobility programme.
The participation of Mukhtar Tolegen, Board Chair-Rector of Auezov University, in this high-level forum underscores the growing role of universities in strengthening interstate relations and advancing international scientific and educational diplomacy.
The practical implementation of the agreements reached by the leadership of Kazakhstan and Belgium is of particular importance, with a focus on expanding academic partnerships, developing joint research initiatives and strengthening scientific and technological cooperation between the two countries.
Auezov University Board Chair-Rector Mukhtar Tolegen took part in this high-level event.
The state visit of King Philippe, taking place at the invitation of the Head of State, marked an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations. The previous day high-level talks were held at Akorda, culminating in the adoption of a Joint Statement outlining measures to further strengthen the partnership, including in higher education, science and innovation.
The upcoming historic anniversary adds particular significance to the visit. As President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted 2027 will mark the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Belgium.
The forum brought together heads of higher education institutions in Kazakhstan and 12 university rectors from Belgium. At Astana Hub and the Alem.ai International Artificial Intelligence Centre, participants discussed the digital transformation of higher education, the integration of artificial intelligence into scientific research, the expansion of academic mobility and the implementation of joint innovation projects.
For Auezov University the development of relations with Belgian higher education institutions has a strong practical foundation. The University has been successfully cooperating with Ghent University for several years with master’s students participating in the Erasmus+ international academic mobility programme.
The participation of Mukhtar Tolegen, Board Chair-Rector of Auezov University, in this high-level forum underscores the growing role of universities in strengthening interstate relations and advancing international scientific and educational diplomacy.
The practical implementation of the agreements reached by the leadership of Kazakhstan and Belgium is of particular importance, with a focus on expanding academic partnerships, developing joint research initiatives and strengthening scientific and technological cooperation between the two countries.
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