A delegation led by Professor Heinz Boyer, Founder of IMC Krems – University of Applied Sciences, met with Bukhara region’s Hokim, Botir Zaripov.

Cooperation in tourism, entrepreneurship, and student training, the practical outcomes of the joint educational program (dual degree), the adoption of international standards in the training process, and improvements to internship programs were discussed during the sincere dialogue.

Issues related to improving the quality of education, enhancing the assessment system through digital solutions, teacher exchange, and the promotion of international grant projects were also raised.

During the talks, the parties emphasized that strengthening educational ties between Uzbekistan and Austria is essential to prepare the two countries’ young people for new stages in the development of global tourism. The exchange of teachers, joint participation in international grant projects, and the expansion of research activities were also under discussion.

Heinz Boyer highly appreciated the attention paid to higher education in Bukhara. He offered suggestions on cooperation to train qualified personnel in tourism and medicine in accordance with international standards.

“This is my second visit to Bukhara. This ancient yet eternally young city is well known throughout Europe. Science and education have been developing here since ancient times. Many tourists are coming here now. With this in mind, we are planning a major project in the region combining tourism, hospitality, and education. It will be based on a dual education system, and I am sure that our cooperation will become a bridge between Bukhara and Austria in the future”, said Heinz Boyer.

Zarif Komilov, UzA