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Turkmen Delegation Discusses Strategic Educational Cooperation in Tokyo
11 May. 15:25High-level negotiations were held in Tokyo between a Turkmen delegation and Nobuo Haruna, the President of the Tokyo University of Foreign Arts. The meeting featured the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Japan, A. Bayramov, and the Vice-Rector of the International University for the Humanities and Development, N. Shyhlyev. The discussion focused on establishing sustainable partnerships between the leading educational institutions of both nations.
A central theme of the dialogue was the expansion of academic exchange programs for both students and faculty members. The parties explored opportunities for developing joint educational initiatives, particularly in the field of linguistic studies and advanced language training. This initiative aims to foster a more integrated approach to higher education and provide students with diverse international perspectives.
The meeting also highlighted the potential for leveraging the resources of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for future projects. Both sides emphasized the importance of utilizing JICA’s expertise to support scientific research and implement innovative academic solutions. Such collaboration is expected to strengthen the technical and theoretical foundations of the participating universities.
At the conclusion of the talks, both delegations expressed strong confidence in the continued success of Turkmen-Japanese cooperation in the humanitarian and scientific sectors. This engagement underscores the commitment of both nations to fostering cultural understanding through educational diplomacy. The participants agreed to maintain active communication to ensure the effective implementation of the discussed cooperative frameworks.
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Switzerland Opens Applications for Government Excellence Scholarships for Young Turkmen Researchers
24 Aug. 14:45The Swiss Government has officially opened the application cycle for its Excellence Scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. The program target young specialists and researchers from Turkmenistan seeking to conduct post-graduate research or pursue doctoral studies at top Swiss universities and research institutes.
Key applicant requirements:
A Master’s degree or equivalent academic/professional credential;
Age limit: born after December 31, 1991;
A detailed research proposal including a timeline, core methodology, and planned objectives;
An official letter of academic sponsorship from a host professor in Switzerland;
For applicants currently residing in Switzerland, the entry date must not precede August 1, 2026.
The grant includes a monthly allowance, health insurance coverage, partial housing subsidies, and travel expenses. Research fellowships range from 6 to 12 months in duration. Electronic application submissions will remain open through November 27, 2026. Application procedures for Turkmen citizens are overseen by the Embassy of Switzerland in Baku.