On January 17, the BLCU Kazakhstan campus at Astana International University hosted a significant visit by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mr. Han Chunlin.
✔️ The delegation from the Chinese Embassy included Li Guangzuo, Director of the Department of Information and Public Diplomacy; Fan Chao, Head of Education Affairs; Zhou Huan, Secretary to the Ambassador; and Qian Moxin, Embassy Attaché.
🔻 From the very first moments of the visit, an atmosphere of inspiration and mutual respect was palpable on campus. The program began with a campus tour where the guests explored modern classrooms and language labs designed for learning Chinese and immersing in the rich culture of China.
🔹 During the meeting, key areas of educational cooperation were discussed:
- Providing additional scholarships for Kazakhstani students wishing to study in China;
- Developing educational programs aimed at training highly qualified specialists in technical, scientific, and engineering fields;
- Expanding exchange programs, internships, and research projects for students and faculty;
- Creating platforms for cultural interaction to strengthen mutual understanding between the two nations.
✨ Particular attention was drawn to the Ambassador’s speech, in which he highlighted Kazakhstan’s pivotal role in the Belt and Road Initiative and emphasized the significance of the Chinese language for youth.
“China and Kazakhstan are not only geographically close but are also connected through educational and cultural initiatives. These ties create opportunities for learning, experience exchange, and strengthening the friendship between our peoples,” he stated.
🔹 Furthermore, the president of AIU proposed that members of the delegation conduct lectures for university students. This would provide students with a unique opportunity to deepen their knowledge and be inspired by new ideas.
📕 The Ambassador expressed gratitude to the university for its contribution to the development of Sino-Kazakh cooperation in higher education and noted the historical significance of opening the BLCU branch in Kazakhstan, which has become a platform for the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and cultural values.
🔗 The visit became a landmark event for students and faculty, inspiring them to achieve new milestones and strengthen international ties. Graduates of BLCU Kazakhstan will combine the advantages of Chinese and Kazakhstani education, becoming ambassadors of friendship between nations and drivers of progress in education, science, and culture.
