Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Almalyk branch of the National University of Science and Technology MISIS and Wuhan University of Science and Technology (China) have signed a memorandum of strategic cooperation, paving the way for broad collaboration in education, research, and international exchange.

The agreement outlines active student and faculty exchange programs. Students from the Almalyk branch will have the opportunity to study in China, gaining exposure to advanced technologies and educational practices, while Chinese students will be able to study in Almalyk and learn about the specifics of engineering education in Uzbekistan.

The agreement also includes professional development and academic exchange programs for faculty, fostering the implementation of innovative teaching methods and co-development of curricula.

The two universities will join forces to carry out joint research projects in engineering, materials science, metallurgy, and nanotechnology, with a focus on applying results in industry and academia.

A major focus will be the establishment of joint research laboratories equipped with modern technology. These labs will serve as hubs for world-class scientific research and the training of a new generation of specialists.

As part of the visit, Dr. Farhodbek Yarkulovich Umarov, Director of the Almalyk branch of NUST MISIS and Doctor of Technical Sciences, was awarded the honorary title of Professor of Wuhan University of Science and Technology. This recognition reflects his significant contributions to international academic cooperation, scientific research, and the training of engineering professionals.

The new partnership strengthens Uzbek-Chinese ties in the scientific and educational sectors and opens up promising avenues for the sustainable development of high-tech industries. It lays a strong foundation for educating specialists equipped to work across cultures, technologies, and global challenges.