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    UWED graduates were awarded diplomas

    UWED graduates were awarded diplomas

           On July 23 of this year, a solemn diploma awarding ceremony for graduates of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy took place at the Palace of the Federation of Trade Unions of Uzbekistan.          Opening the event, the First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis and Rector of UWED, Sodyq Safoev, emphasized the most important achievements of the graduates and wished them success in their future careers.          "The university is rightfully proud of its graduates and believes that they will make a worthy contribution to the further prosperity of Uzbekistan," said S.Safoev.          He also noted that the completion of their studies at the university and the receipt of diplomas is largely due to the efforts of their parents, who have always been there for them.          "We will share pride in your future successes together with them. The doors of the university will always be open for you," emphasized the rector.​          The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhramjon Aloev, addressing the future diplomats, noted that they will need to constantly work on themselves, strive to enhance their knowledge, gain experience and qualifications, and implement innovative methods of work.          Video messages of congratulations and advice to the young colleagues were sent by the heads of diplomatic missions of our country abroad. The Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassadors of foreign states who attended the ceremonial event expressed their wishes to the graduates of UWED. Among them were: the Ambassador of France, Aurélie Bouchez; the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Won Do-Young; the Ambassador of the USA, Jonathan Henick; the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, Yu Jun; the Ambassador of Italy, Agostino Pinna, and others.         Former students and their parents expressed gratitude to the faculty and teaching staff of UWED for their tireless and noble work. They unanimously agreed that the years spent studying at the university, which became an important stage in the lives of the young people, will forever remain in their memories.         At the end of the speeches, representatives of the leadership of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UWED presented diplomas and certificates to the graduates. The solemn event concluded with a colorful concert performance.

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    UWED strengthensties with Japanese universities

    UWED strengthensties with Japanese universities

    From July 8 to 11, 2024, UWED First Vice-Rector A. Umarov and leading research fellow of the Institute for Advanced International Studies, Mexriniso Abdurasulova, visited Japan to strengthen academic ties with universities in the country. On July 8, the university representatives held talks with Vice-Rector Kazuhito Kawakita, the faculty of the Graduate School of International Studies, and the Director of the Institute of Asian Satellite Campuses (ASCI), AkineAmauchi, discussing student exchange programs, joint PhD programs, research projects, and faculty exchanges. A.Umarov visited Nagoya University of Economics to discuss a joint program on artificial intelligence at the Faculty of International Economics and Management. During the visit, he held discussions with the university president, Professor Haruo Saburi, and other officials, focusing on integrating AI into the educational process. The discussions included creating a comprehensive program that will enable students to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to work in the field of AI and its application in international economics and management. On July 9, UWED representatives visited the University of Tsukuba, where they met with Vice-Rector Ikeda Jun, head of the Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences TosinobuUsuyama and Professor Timur Dadabaev.These meetings resulted in the signing of an agreement for a dual-degree program for master's students, funded by the Nippon Foundation. This program will allow students to earn a master's degree from both universities, expanding their academic and professional prospects. On July 10, the Uzbek delegation, participated in the round table "Creating and Jointly Promoting Innovations within the Framework of the 'Central Asia Plus Japan' Dialogue" at the University of Tsukuba.A.Umarovspeech on "Cooperation between Uzbekistan and Japan in the Fields of Science, Education, Cultural Exchange, and Tourism," He presented data on the current state of relations between Uzbekistan and Japan in these areas and proposed initiatives to improve the dynamics of mutually beneficial relations between the two countries.A round table “Japan-Uzbekistan” was also held here with the participation of experts from analytical centers of Uzbekistan and the University of Tsukuba. On July 11, a round table was held at the Japan Institute of International Relations on the topic: "Uzbek-Japanese Expert Dialogue: Strategic Partnership in New Conditions" in which representatives of think tanks of the two countries took part. On the same day, A. Umarov visited the head office of the Nippon Foundation in Tokyo,where he discussed withExecutive Director Yuji Morithe organization of a seminar on the topic: “Transformation of higher education in Uzbekistan: paths to global excellence and innovation in partnership with Japan,” which is planned to be held on 7 -8 August. The results of the visit were further evidence that the cooperation of UWED with Japanese universities and the Nippon Foundation demonstrates their common commitment to strengthening cooperation in the field of higher education and scientific research.

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    First Vice-Rector of UWED A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway

    First Vice-Rector of UWED A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway

    From June 17 to 21, 2024, the First Vice-Rector of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED) A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway. In Stockholm, A. Umarov met with the Director of Studies at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Luc van de Goor. During the meeting, they discussed issues related to the regional development of Central Asia. A. Umarov informed his Swedish colleagues about the current trends in regional cooperation development in Central Asia, the deepening of high-level interaction and exchange, and noted the increasing trend of regionalization in the Central Asia. The parties discussed opportunities for cooperation, including holding an online round table on a mutually interesting topic this fall. A. Umarov and Luc van de Goor agreed to hold a Zoom meeting in August to discuss the topics of further interaction. As a result of this online round table, it is planned to reach an agreement on the preparation of joint publications. The parties also discussed the possibilities of preparing joint grant applications for research on Central Asian regional issues. During the trip, A. Umarov also met with Johan Engvall, an analyst at the Stockholm Center for Eastern European Studies. During the meeting, they discussed issues of regional development in Central Asia, current trends in regional cooperation, and the deepening of high-level interaction. They reached an agreement to hold a joint event this fall and to prepare an analytical report based on its outcomes. Umarov also gave a lecture at a conference at Södertörn University on the topic "War, Emerging Tensions, and Strategic Stability in Eurasia," where he discussed the main trends in the development of politics, economy, and security in Central Asia amid increasing international confrontation. The possibilities for cooperation with Södertörn University were considered, including a visit of Swedish representatives to Uzbekistan in the spring of 2025 and the development of joint research projects. In Norway, A. Umarov participated in a conference at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, where he discussed climate change, energy development, and the transition to new technologies in Eurasia. Special attention was given to the development of the energy sector in Central Asia and the region's interaction with Afghanistan in the context of the construction of the Kushtepa Canal. An online event on climate and energy issues with the participation of Uzbek and Norwegian experts is planned for the fall of 2024.     These activities highlight UWED's active participation in international academic and political dialogue, as well as the growth of cooperation with leading international research centers.

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