ZAGREB, November 8. /Dunyo IA/. The Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Uzbekistan and the University of Zagreb have agreed to expand cooperation in specialist training, the introduction of digital technologies, and joint scientific research, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

With the assistance of the Embassy of Uzbekistan, online talks were held between Furkat Nazarov, Acting Head of the Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and Vedran Bilas, Dean of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing at the University of Zagreb and Professor.

The parties discussed prospects for academic, scientific, and educational cooperation, including the application of artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced digital technologies in disaster prevention and response, as well as issues related to critical infrastructure protection and cybersecurity.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to involve lecturers from the University of Zagreb in the Academy’s educational programs, organize specialized training courses for Uzbek cadets, provide professional development opportunities for specialists, and conduct joint research activities. The parties will also appoint coordinators to ensure the implementation of the agreements reached.