Atabek Ramazanov: Youth education, dialogue strengthening ties between Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan

Deepening mutual understanding between young people is crucial for the long-term and sustainable development of fraternal relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, Advisor to the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Azerbaijan, Atabek Ramazanov, said at the opening of the third exhibition of higher education institutions of Uzbekistan in Baku, Report informs.

In his speech, the advisor noted that it is a great honor for the Uzbek side to present the country's modern educational opportunities and the potential of the national education system in Azerbaijan.

He emphasized that education in Uzbekistan is developing based on consistent reforms, through the introduction of innovations and expanded international cooperation.

"Our universities are ready to offer Azerbaijani youth not only a high-quality education, but also a welcoming, friendly, and rich academic environment, as well as a rich student life," he said.

Ramazanov noted that the number of students studying in Uzbekistan has grown significantly in recent years, with some programs growing tenfold: "The number of people wishing to study in Uzbekistan has exceeded 5,000. Deepening mutual understanding between young people is crucial for the long-term and sustainable development of fraternal relations between our countries."

He also expressed confidence that the ties being formed today in education will contribute to the emergence of a new generation of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and government officials in Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan.

This year, 16 higher education institutions from Uzbekistan are participating in the exhibition, representing a wide range of educational fields-from the humanities and medicine to engineering and agricultural specialties.

These institutions include the Uzbek State University of World Languages, the University of Journalism and Mass Communications, Tashkent State Medical University, Tashkent State Agrarian University, Termez State Pedagogical Institute, Termez State University of Engineering and Agricultural Technology, and Andijan State Medical Institute.

Also represented are the Turin Polytechnic University and Inha University in Tashkent, which operate in an international partnership with foreign universities.

The exhibition provides a platform for direct dialogue, where prospective students can obtain detailed information about study programs, admission requirements, and international educational opportunities.