The World Artificial Intelligence Conference,
dedicated to the issues of technological development and digital
transformation, took place in Shanghai. At the invitation of the President of
the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, the President of the Republic of
Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, attended this large-scale event.
On July 16, a ceremony for the signing of important
documents between higher education institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan
and the People's Republic of China was held within the framework of the forum,
with the participation of the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of
Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Hasenovich Madiev. During the event, a number of agreements
aimed at developing science and education in both countries were formalized.
One of the key outcomes of the visit was a new round of negotiations between Astana International University (AIU) and Shenzhen University (SZU). During the meeting, the leaders of the two
countries' leading higher education institutions approved a memorandum on the
establishment and strategic development of a joint artificial intelligence
laboratory.
This large-scale project, which unites the scientific
potential of both nations, is being implemented under the direct and close
supervision of the university heads. The future laboratory is designed to serve
not merely as a research center, but as a powerful technological hub for the
entire academic community of Kazakhstan and China. Under the framework of the
memorandum, the parties aim to launch joint research projects in the most
relevant and advanced fields of artificial intelligence, alongside a continuous
bilateral transfer of modern research materials and academic information.
Furthermore, this partnership will open up broad horizons for faculty members,
young scientists, and students, providing them with opportunities to actively
exchange experience and enhance their qualifications in both nations. To
address global challenges, international seminars and scientific symposia will
be organized on a regular basis.
This project is a natural and fruitful outcome of the
scientific and technical dialogue initiated between the two universities back
in 2024. The creation of the joint artificial intelligence laboratory will
undoubtedly provide a powerful impetus to the development of Kazakhstan's
digital ecosystem and significantly elevate the prestige of domestic science on
the international stage.