Viktor Temirbayev, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Bulgaria, recently met with Ivaylo Koprev, the Rector of the University of Mining and Geology “St. Ivan Rilski,” to discuss expanding collaborations between higher education institutions in the two countries, particularly in the mining and geological fields. The discussions centered on the exchange of experience, best practices, and the implementation of joint projects in academic mobility.
Ambassador Temirbayev highlighted the Kazakh government’s efforts to develop the scientific system and incorporate advanced technologies in natural resource extraction, emphasizing the importance of geological science given Kazakhstan’s rich mineral resources. He also noted the celebration of the 125th anniversary of academician Kanysh Satpayev, a key figure in Kazakhstan’s industrial development.
Ivaylo Koprev shared the University of Mining and Geology’s best practices and teaching methods, expressing a desire to deepen cooperation with Kazakh universities to exchange advanced solutions and facilitate student exchanges under academic mobility programs. The University “St. Ivan Rilski” is recognized as Bulgaria’s sole state educational and scientific institution specializing in the mineral resources industry.
Both parties agreed to maintain ongoing communication to explore the potential collaboration areas discussed during the meeting. Notably, since the Cooperation Agreement between the Rudny Industrial Institute and the University of Mining and Geology in 2020, two academic mobility programs have been successfully implemented, with a third group of Kazakh students expected in September 2024.
