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At the G.R. Derzhavin Tambov State University (Russia), events of the cultural and educational project "School of the Russian Language and Russian Folk Culture" took place. This project is aimed at supporting and bringing together researchers and teachers of the Russian language and literature who are eager to study and teach these disciplines in their countries. Participants included Russian language teachers from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan.

As part of the educational segment of the project, courses titled "Russian Language and Culture in the Context of Modern Pedagogical Technologies" were held, after which participants received state-recognized certificates of advanced training. The program included expert and business meetings, visits to cultural sites in the region, and participation in one of Russia's largest ethno-festivals, "Atmanovskie Kulachki – 2024," whose traditional games are part of Russia's intangible cultural heritage.

As part of the event, a roundtable discussion titled "The Russian Language in the International Space: Significance and Development Prospects" was held, with participants from Rossotrudnichestvo, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, experts from RUDN University, the A.S. Pushkin Institute of the Russian Language, Derzhavin University, and Astana International University. Raziyа Ibragimovna Narmanova, a professor at Astana International University, gave a presentation titled "The Russian Language in Kazakhstan: To Be or Not to Be," in which she highlighted the current state and future prospects for the development of the Russian language in Kazakhstan.

On September 23, 2024, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ms. Rosalba Lo Bue Antico, visited our university.

During the meeting, the parties identified potential prospects for cooperation in the field of education and scientific research, in particular in the field of logistics for the "One Belt, One Road" project, the opening of a cultural corner of Venezuela on the basis of our university and lectures by Ms. Ambassador to AIU. The President of the AIU presented the achievements of our university to Ms. Ambassador, spoke about foreign partners and educational opportunities for students and teachers.

In turn, Ms. Ambassador shared plans for the development of cooperation between universities of the two countries, highlighting the Central University of Venezuela as a potential partner for academic exchanges. One of the key aspects of the discussion was the possibility of cooperation within the framework of exchange programs for students, faculty and scientists.

Ms. Ambassador also offered AIU students the opportunity to complete an educational internship directly at the Venezuelan Embassy, which opens up additional prospects for their professional development. Both sides expressed interest in establishing partnerships and discussed the first steps towards their implementation, noting the importance of further negotiations for the successful launch of joint initiatives.

On September 18, 2024, Astana International University (AIU) hosted a meeting with Jean-Robert Ravio, Professor at the University of Paris Nanterre. A specialist in Russian and post-Soviet studies, Professor Ravio was a guest of the university to discuss academic mobility and educational opportunities at French universities.

The event was attended by future translators and international relations specialists and teachers who listened with interest to the professor's speech. Jean-Robert Ravio shared information about his university, noting the main areas of study and programs available to international students. Special attention was paid to the opportunities for participation in exchange programs and academic mobility.

 During the meeting, students actively asked questions about the admission process, the specifics of studying abroad and living conditions in France. The professor readily answered all questions and gave important and useful recommendations for those who plan to continue their studies in international programs.

The meeting was a great opportunity for students to learn more about the specifics of studying abroad and establish academic ties with one of the leading European universities.

Students of the Double Degree Program in "International Trade and Economics" are currently studying at UIBE University (Beijing, People's Republic of China). In the fourth year of study, students are mastering courses in English and Chinese. UIBE professors have noted their excellent level of Chinese, high preparedness, and outstanding knowledge acquired during the first 3 years at AIU. We wish our students a smooth exam period and successful defense of their final qualifying work!

On August 26, the Astana International Financial Center hosted a Kazakh-Chinese event dedicated to cultural and tourist cooperation! 🇰🇿🤝🇨🇳

President of Astana International University, S. Irsaliyev made a welcoming speech at the ceremony that opened this significant event.

Under the slogan “Together we are building the Silk Road, sharing a successful future,” the event brought together more than 50 representatives of state bodies, national companies, tour operators and the media from Kazakhstan and China. 🌍

The ceremony also received inspiring speeches from the cultural adviser of the Chinese Embassy in the Republic of Kazakhstan Jiang Peng and other guests of honor. The cultural program included performances with Kazakh national songs, Chinese theatrical performances and choral numbers.

The result of the event was the launch of a comprehensive media project “Handshake of the Yellow and Caspian Seas”, which promises to strengthen cultural and tourist ties.

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✈️ Astana International University does not just teach, but opens the world to its students! Our international academic mobility program allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of other countries, enriching your knowledge and experience.

🎓 Our students have already had the opportunity to visit partner universities in different parts of the world:

☑️ Czech Republic, Ostrava - University of Ostrava (UO)

☑️ Turkey, Rize - Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University (RTEU)

☑️ Russian Federation, Moscow - National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE)

☑️ Poland, Poznan - Adam Mickiewicz University (AMU)

☑️ South Korea, Daejeon - SolBridge International School of Business

☑️Turkey, Karabuk - Karabuk University-KU

🌟 Our students not only study, but also immerse themselves in the local culture, make new friends and expand their international horizons.

 Join Astana International University and discover the world with us!

Orientalist scholar, Doctor of Historical Sciences Klara Shaisultanovna Khafizova joined the faculty of the Branch Campus of BLCU at Astana International University.

Professor Khafizova is a recognized expert on the history of international relations and Chinese foreign policy in Central Asia, Kazakh-Chinese relations and Chinese sources on Kazakhs and Dzungars.

Klara Shaisultanovna is also the author of many scientific articles and monographs, including “Chinese Diplomacy in Central Asia. XIV-XIX centuries“, ‘Kazakh’ strategy of the Qing Empire”, “Dialogue of civilizations of Central and East Asia”, “Dialogue of civilizations on the Silk Road”, “Steppe rulers and their diplomacy in XVIII-XIX centuries”.

The cooperation between Astana International University and Klara Shaisultanovna Khafizova will make a significant contribution to the teaching of Chinese history and foreign policy, as well as help students delve deeper into the richness of Chinese culture and language.

✔️Cooperation between Kazakh and Chinese universities will provide students with unique opportunities for learning and professional growth, and will contribute to the development of language skills, intercultural communication and scientific research.

✔️The successful implementation of these projects is expected to be an important step towards enhancing cultural and educational exchanges, as well as developing political and economic relations between the two countries.

The Research Institute of the New Eurasian Land-Sea Transport Corridor at the International University of Astana, together with the International Alliance of Chinese Freight Forwarders and the Union of Transporters of Kazakhstan “KazLogistics”, jointly held a B2B meeting of transport and logistics companies of Kazakhstan and China on May 17.

The Chinese delegation was led by Sheng Xin, Vice President of the Ocean University and Director of the Research Institute of the New Asia-Europe Land-Sea Transport Corridor.

Kazakhstan-China relations have demonstrated continuous growth dynamics for over 30 years. The transportation and logistics direction is becoming increasingly important. Kazakhstan's geographical location provides our country with great opportunities. China, in turn, implementing the Belt and Road Initiative, is interested in a reliable partner.

Currently, favorable opportunities are emerging for the implementation of joint projects in the field of transportation and logistics. More than 90 companies from both countries participated in the event. The head of the Chinese delegation was Lin Beizhan, President of the Lianyungang Belt and Road Development and Research Association and Secretary-General of the International Alliance of Freight Railway Expresses.

The main objectives of the visit were to discuss joint projects for the development of transportation routes, strengthen partnership relations between Kazakhstani and Chinese transport and logistics companies, explore opportunities for mutual investments, exchange experiences in logistics and transportation management, and conclude agreements.

The event proved to be a significant milestone towards the creation of an efficient and modern transportation and logistics system linking our countries and promoting the development of international trade.

As a result of the event, the parties reached a common understanding about the necessity of holding B2B meetings of transport and logistics companies on an annual basis. It was also decided to organize a visit of a delegation of Kazakhstani transport and logistics companies to China in the fall of this year.

The Ambassador of China to Kazakhstan Zhang Xiao visited Astana International University. During the negotiations with the President of AIU Serik Irsaliyev the parties discussed a number of important issues regarding bilateral relations in the field of higher education and science.

The President of AIU outlined the university's key priorities and collaboration with leading Chinese universities (Beijing, Tsinghua, UIBE, BLCU, Fudan, Jiangsu). He particularly highlighted the visit of a delegation from a Kazakhstani university to China in March of this year, during which an agreement was signed to establish a branch campus of Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) at AIU.

The head of the diplomatic mission positively assessed the development of cooperation between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the People's Republic of China in the field of education and science. According to him, Chinese universities are eager to establish and develop partnership contacts with Kazakhstani universities, among which AIU holds an important position. He emphasized the significance of opening a branch campus of BLCU, which is the main university for training Sinologists and Chinese language translators. The Embassy, on its part, will provide necessary assistance in organizing the branch's operations.

The delegation of Astana International University led by President S.A. Irsaliyev visited the city of Lianyungang in China.

The first meeting of board of directors of the Research Institute of the New Land-Sea Transport Corridor Asia-Europe was held at the Oceanological University of Jiangsu Province, China. The meeting was attended by the head of the city development and reform committee Wei Huai Yu, the president of Astana International University Irsaliyev Serik Aztaevich, the vice-rector of Jiangsu Ocean University Shen Xin, the executive director of the Institute for Strategic Studies of the Belt and Road Initiative of Tsinghua University Shi Zhiqin.

Wei Huaiyu was appointed chairman of the board of directors of the New Asia-Europe Research Institute, Serik Irsaliyev was appointed chairman of the Kazakh branch, and Fan Ziqiang and Kairat Abdrakhmanov were appointed deputy chairmen from the Chinese and Kazakh sides, respectively.

In his speech, Wei Huaiyu briefly spoke about the economic and social development of Lianyungang City, as well as the experience of exchanges and cooperation between Lianyungang City and Kazakhstan. He expressed hope that communication bridges through scientific and cultural activities, by promoting exchanges and cooperation between the political, business and academic societies of Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries and Lianyungang will contribute to the development of the region. Lianyungang will become an international exchange center for countries and regions along the New Asia-Europe Land-Sea Transport Corridor; organizing talent exchange events, training for foreign students from Central Asian countries and other events.

Serik Irsaliyev spoke about the progress of friendly exchanges between China and Kazakhstan in recent years, as well as about joint efforts of establishment of the Asia-Europe Intermodal Transport Corridor Research Institute. He said that we are witnessing the formation of a new global economic and geographical model. The unique advantages of Kazakhstan’s location, as well as China’s formation of a logistics network in countries and regions along the Belt and Road will help strengthen the high quality of container trains on the China-Europe route, the development and participation in the construction of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Corridor, which has provided favorable conditions for construction and development of research institutes. We hope to develop the institute into a platform for collaborative research and learning, exchange of experiences and practices, and creation of development opportunities, and work together to actively promote sustainable economic and human capital development.

Experts and scholars in related fields from Tsinghua University, Jiangsu Ocean University, Lianyung Economic Development Zone, China-Russia Digital Economy Research Center and SCO International Logistics Park (Lianyungang) were invited to the meeting.

The AIU delegation also visited the port and the Kazakh-Chinese logistics cooperation base in Lianyungang, where employees of JSC KTZ Express organized an excursion and introduced in detail the activities of the joint terminal.

The visit resulted in agreements to deepen bilateral cooperation with the Chinese side in the scientific and educational sphere.