Botir Rahmatullaev, a senior lecturer of our university, took part in the regional exchange program implemented by Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation with the support of the Embassy of Switzerland within the framework of the project “VET4UZ – Supporting Vocational Education Reforms in Uzbekistan.”
The program is aimed at dual education, strengthening the vocational education and training (VET) program in the hospitality sector of Uzbekistan, and developing the dual education model.
In addition, this project is directed towards increasing knowledge about integrating skills and sustainable practices in the hospitality sector, identifying opportunities for cooperation and exchange programs, and studying and implementing best practices in cooperation with tourism and local communities.
Participants got acquainted with Kyrgyzstan’s experience in the field of vocational education and visited institutions in Bishkek and Karakol that are introducing environmentally friendly technologies.
The visit contributed to strengthening institutional cooperation between the Uzbekistan Hoteliers Association and Kyrgyz partners (HORECA, KATO, and DMO Karakol).