Teachers and Students of MSU to Participate in the “Orhun Exchange Program” for the First Time

On October 7, 2025, an info session dedicated to the “Orhun Exchange Program” was held at Mingachevir State University (MSU) with the organization of the university’s International Cooperation Office. The event, which took place in the university’s assembly hall, brought together members of MSU’s academic and administrative staff, as well as students and master’s degree candidates.

Opening the event with an introductory speech, Samira Ahmadova, Head of the International Cooperation Office of MSU, provided information about the international cooperation opportunities, dual degree programs, and exchange programs available for the university’s teachers and students. In her speech, she emphasized the significant role of international experience in the academic and professional development of both teachers and students.

Afterwards, the office coordinator, Parviz Mammadzayev, delivered a detailed presentation on the “Orhun Exchange Program.” He spoke about the objectives of the program, participation procedures, partner universities, and the opportunities created for students.

At the end of the info session, participants’ questions were answered, and views were exchanged regarding the advantages of the exchange program and its implementation mechanisms.

The main objective of the “Orhun Exchange Program” is to strengthen scientific, educational, and cultural ties among Turkic states, promote mutual understanding and friendship among young people, and encourage academic and research exchange among member universities.

Within the framework of the program, students and academic staff are able to participate in study and teaching exchange opportunities at more than 100 universities across Turkic states.

It should be noted that the “Orhun Exchange Program” is an international initiative aimed at establishing a common higher education area in the Turkic world. The program was founded in 2017 by the Turkic Universities Union (TÜRKÜNİB) and currently includes universities from Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.