ASTANA, October 27. /Dunyo IA/.  Kazakhstan’s “Infozakon.kz” Information portal has published an article on the priorities for integrating higher education and science across the member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Article notes that, amid rapid change and digitalisation, particular importance is being attached to taking cooperation among Turkic states in higher education, science and innovation to a new level. Countries share a common history, closely related cultures and spiritual values, while the upcoming 13th Summit of the OTS, scheduled to take place in Ankara on October 29-30^th, is described as an important milestone in advancing this cooperation.

Publication highlights the International University of Turkic States, established in Tashkent pursuant to a resolution of the President of Uzbekistan date January 24^th 2025. In the 2025/2026 academic year, training began in five fields in cooperation with Turkish universities, including medicine, computer engineering and electrical engineering. A further five programs are planned for the 2026/2027 academic year in partnership with universities in Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, covering fields such as petroleum and gas engineering, telecommunications technologies and international and comparative law. Practical steps include the launch of a clinical simulation centre and a digital learning platform, as well as the development of laboratory facilities.

Article concludes by expressing confidence that closer cooperation in education and science will strengthen the intellectual potential of the Turkic states, enhance their economic competitiveness and contribute to the region’s sustainable future.