SDU University and ICESCO Discuss Prospects for Academic Cooperation
On November 7, SDU University welcomed a delegation from the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), led by its Director-General, Dr. Salim M. AlMalik. The delegation also included Dr. Kuanysh Yergaliyev, Head of ICESCO’s Science and Environment Sector.
During a meeting with SDU University Rector Arman Zhumazhanov and members of the university’s leadership, the parties discussed promising areas of academic cooperation. Particular attention was given to joint research, the development of students’ practical skills and new educational initiatives.
ICESCO representatives also met students from the International Law and International Business programmes. According to the official ICESCO website, the organization expressed its readiness to welcome students from either programme to ICESCO for all or part of their internships.
Potential areas of cooperation also include joint research in international business and projects aimed at developing students’ practical competencies.
The parties also held preliminary discussions on the possibility of organizing a joint youth workshop in the summer of 2027. The event is expected to provide a platform for exchanging experience, developing practical skills and strengthening interaction among young professionals and researchers.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the ICESCO Director-General invited SDU University Rector Arman Zhumazhanov to visit the organization’s headquarters in Rabat. The visit would provide an opportunity to continue the dialogue and identify the first joint projects.
The meeting marked an important step towards strengthening SDU University’s international partnerships and expanding academic and professional opportunities for its students.
