On 20 May of this year, the VII General Assembly of the Union of Universities of Turkic States (TURKUNIB) was held under the chairmanship of Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC). About 50 university rectors, representatives of science and education of Turkic states took part in the international event.

Speaking at the meeting, UNEC Rector, Professor Adalat Muradov welcomed the participants and made a presentation on the work done by UNEC during the presidency of TURKUNIB. It was noted that a draft roadmap including many activities and projects in the field of science, education and social sphere for 2024-2025 was prepared and presented to the General Assembly of TURKUNIB.

Kubanichbek Omuraliyev, Secretary General of the Organisation of Turkic States, who attended the General Assembly, welcomed the participants and spoke about the work carried out by the organisation and future challenges: "Applications from 60 new universities to join the TURKUNIB organisation show the increased interest in the organisation. Today we will discuss ways to further strengthen the organisation". The eighth meeting of education ministers of Turkic states to be held in Shusha in June is of great importance in terms of accepting these proposals and further institutionalising TURKUNIB," the Secretary General said. It was also announced at the meeting that applications of 60 universities for membership will be considered and important issues of the future activities of the union will be discussed.

After the opening speeches, the General Assembly continued its work with discussions. The meeting discussed issues such as harmonisation of scientific and educational programmes of TURKUNIB member universities, increasing the number of exchange programmes, recognition of equivalence of diplomas and other issues.