KUALA LUMPUR, October 24. /Dunyo IA/. Uzbekistan has agreed to expand cooperation with leading Malaysian universities in the fields of higher education, entrepreneurship and the implementation of modern educational programs, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Negotiations were organized by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Kuala Lumpur with representatives from University Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and Asia e University (AeU). The sides discussed the development of joint educational initiatives and the formation of practical entrepreneurial skills among students.

Particular attention was paid to the introduction of dual education systems in cooperation with Uzbek higher education institutions in the fields of tourism and hospitality, medicine, engineering, and cybersecurity. The development of flexible academic cooperation programs in the areas of entrepreneurship and e-commerce was also discussed, with the sides reaching agreements on mutual interaction.

These initiatives are aimed at fulfilling the tasks set by the President of Uzbekistan to expand the teaching of the fundamentals of entrepreneurship in higher education institutions and to develop modern knowledge and practical skills among youth.

Furthermore, Uzbek universities specializing in entrepreneurial education will be eligible to participate in the international AiSED-2026 conference, which will be held in Malaysia on December 2-4^th, 2026. The theme of the event is “Harnessing the Potential of AI through Entrepreneurship and Diplomacy: Fostering Innovation and Driving Towards a Sustainable Future”.

Within the framework of the conference, representatives of Uzbek universities will be able to present achievements in entrepreneurial education, innovative projects, and developments aimed at commercialization to the international community. Event will also provide an opportunity to establish new contacts with educational institutions and business representatives from Malaysia and other countries.

Development of these initiatives is expected to strengthen educational ties between Uzbekistan and Malaysia, expand the exchange of advanced practices and open up new opportunities for cooperation in higher education, entrepreneurship and innovation.