Cooperation opportunities discussed with Ambassador of Qatar Ahmed bin Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani

The delegation arrived on July 29.

Rector Ilshat Gafurov familiarized the guests with KFU’s current priorities, infrastructure and plans, with a special focus on digital transformation and science-to-practice transfer platforms.

The Ambassador reacted, “We have heard much about one of Russia’s oldest universities. Kazan University has rich history, and its talented alumni are famous around the world, which attests the quality of your teaching.”

Programs in Arabic culture and language were also mentioned during the negotiations, as well as cooperation in student exchange and joint courses.

Vice-Rector for Petroleum and Gas Technology Danis Nurgaliev mentioned KFU’s research in new energy sources, which also piqued the visitors’ interest.

 

Source text: Leisan Zakirova

Photos: Kseniya Bogdanova

Translation: Yury Nurmeev