The agreement was reached on the sidelines of the Kazakh-Korean Roundtable, held as part of the state visit of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Republic of Korea. The agreement was signed by Talgat Narikbayev, Chairman of the MNU Board, and Lee Eun-joo, President of Seoul Cyber University. The signing ceremony was attended by Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

The agreement will enable students enrolled in the Artificial Intelligence and Frontier Systems: AI + X programme to also earn a degree from a Korean university. The programme provides access to the educational and academic resources of both universities, opportunities to expand international professional networks, and further development of competencies in AI and advanced systems. The initiative is being implemented as part of the Year of Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence.

Earlier, the universities signed a Memorandum of Understanding, laying the foundation for further cooperation. The development of the strategic partnership was also discussed during a visit by the MNU leadership to Seoul Cyber University. Talgat Narikbayev, Chairman of the MNU Board, and Sergey Pen, Vice Chairman of the MNU Board for Science, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, met with Lee Eun-joo, President of SCU, and Lee Sang-kyun, Chairman of the SCU Board, and learned more about the university’s activities and achievements.

Seoul Cyber University was established in 2000. The university offers more than 20 programmes and is recognised as a leader in digital education in the Republic of Korea. SCU has more than 15,000 students from 40 countries.

The official launch ceremony of the new AI + X educational programme at MNU was held last week.

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The launch ceremony was attended by Kuanyshbek Yeskeyev, Assistant to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Talgat Narikbayev, Chairman of the MNU Board, and Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the event, participants were introduced to the programme’s curriculum and approaches to organising the educational process. A meeting with students was also held.

The bachelor’s degree programme Artificial Intelligence and Frontier Systems: AI + X covers intelligent systems engineering, fundamental knowledge and practical skills in programming, data analysis, machine and deep learning, as well as the design and implementation of AI systems.

A key feature of the programme is the AI + X model, which allows students to choose one of several fields — law, economics, journalism, or linguistics — and gain in-depth knowledge in their chosen field alongside expertise in artificial intelligence. The programme is implemented jointly with Seoul Cyber University and Kazakhstani companies Shai.pro and Alpha.Tech.Edu.

Participants of the event were also presented with MNU’s AI projects. The university has developed its own CRM system for the Admissions Committee and launched the MNU HUB mobile application, which integrates everyday university services for students and faculty. The university has also introduced smart video surveillance and AI-powered language translation systems for events, as well as an AI avatar that serves as an assistant in the academic process. In addition, the event showcased the use of supercomputers for local AI tasks and the Legal Graph project aimed at advancing the digitalisation of the legal sector.

Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek congratulated the students of the new programme and emphasised that MNU was the first university to implement the AI + X model in the right direction. The programme is delivered in English, and students have the opportunity to obtain a second degree from the partner university, Seoul Cyber University. To further enhance the quality of the educational process, MNU has also renovated its classrooms, equipping them with coworking areas, modern technology, and comfortable furniture.

The first cohort of the AI + X programme consists of approximately 70 students. MNU has also launched a specialised AI Law master’s degree programme jointly with the China University of Political Science and Law.

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Participants explored opportunities for expanding cooperation between Central Asian countries and China. Discussions focused on artificial intelligence, security, trade, and regional policy in the context of ongoing global changes. Among the speakers was Ma Bin, Director of the Center for Russian and Central Asian Studies at the Institute of International Studies of Fudan University.

“Contemporary research on China–Central Asia relations requires a broader and more interdisciplinary approach. A deeper understanding of ongoing developments calls for diverse perspectives and the involvement of scholars with different research backgrounds and areas of expertise,” said Ma Bin.

Fudan University is one of China’s oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions and consistently ranks among the world’s top 100 universities. During the meeting, both sides expressed interest in developing joint research projects, expanding academic exchanges, and strengthening institutional partnerships.

“The roundtable served as an important platform for exchanging ideas and developing new approaches to understanding the processes shaping our region. We seek to bring together diverse perspectives and create a space for meaningful dialogue that can contribute to evidence-based decision-making through high-quality research and expert discussion,” noted Sergey Pen, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board for Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at MNU.

It is worth noting that last year MNU became a member of the China–Central Asia Legal Education Alliance.

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The Olympiad was held from May 19 to 21 at the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics in Moscow. The event was organized by the Interstate Statistical Committee of the CIS with the support of the CIS Executive Committee. More than 60 students from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan took part in the competition.

The central theme of the Olympiad was the 35th anniversary of the Commonwealth of Independent States, symbolizing many years of cooperation among member countries. Participants were required to demonstrate their knowledge, analytical skills, and ability to apply statistical methods in practice. The program included team presentations, individual testing, defense of team research projects, and thematic discussions dedicated to current issues in statistics and its role in the modern world.

During the Olympiad, students of the MNU International School of Economics Aslan Seidalin, Aida Ogay, and Nikita Piltsov presented a project on panel data analysis of CIS countries focusing on factors contributing to the gender pay gap. As a result of the competition, Aida Ogay won first place in the individual category, outperforming participants from the Altai Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration and the Azerbaijan State University of Economics. In addition, the MNU team received awards in the nominations “Coverage of a Relevant Topic” and “Competitors’ Choice”.

Earlier, MNU students also became champions of the Central Asian moot court competition Asia Zangeri 2026.

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The event was organized by the Center for Global and Regional Governance (CEGREG) at MNU in collaboration with the Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture (Netherlands) and the analytical center MIND. The platform convened representatives of government bodies, academia, and industry experts to discuss the region’s growing role in the global economy. Participants emphasized the increasing strategic importance of Central Asia amid rising global demand for resources and ongoing transformations in the world economy.

During the workshop, experts exchanged views on public policy, connectivity and security, geoeconomics, and legal regulation. Special attention was given to the development of the critical minerals sector in Kazakhstan, the country’s role as a transit hub, and the competition among global powers for access to resources. Participants also highlighted the impact of the energy transition on the reconfiguration of supply chains and stressed the need for a balanced policy that takes into account national interests and the principles of sustainable development.

It should be noted that CEGREG specializes in research in the field of international relations, with a focus on global and regional governance.

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Nariman Mukushev provided valuable advice on personal effectiveness, habit formation, and the importance of consistency in achieving goals. According to him, great results are built through small daily actions. He also explained goal-setting using the SMART methodology and emphasized the importance of maintaining balance.

Nariman Mukushev has 20 years of experience in banking, IT, and public service. A separate part of the lecture focused on digitalization and the development of Halyk Bank’s ecosystem. The speaker also spoke about the company’s transformation into a technology platform.

It is worth noting that Halyk Bank is the largest commercial bank in Kazakhstan.

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The MNU team took first place at the third Young Logisticians Forum, themed “The New Generation of Central Asia.” The event was organized by the Kazakhstan branch of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) with support from Coventry University Kazakhstan and Doscar Group. The platform brought together future specialists and industry leaders in logistics and transport across Central Asia.

During the forum’s competition, which featured over 100 participants from 12 regional universities, students Alikhan Saiyn, Ayazhan Oraztaeva, and Aitemir Tusupkanov presented a conceptual model for a green logistics hub and an AI-driven platform. They also successfully defended their project during a Q&A session with the jury. Following their performance, the team was awarded a cash prize certificate and invited to join a paid internship at Status Management Group, a major logistics firm.

In addition, students Almas Zhakanov, Dilyara Almakhyn, and Nurzhigit Kairullayev became silver prize-winners of the “Stock Pitch Competition.” The tournament was organized by Nazarbayev University in partnership with the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange and investment firms Global Ventures and Atlas Capital. As part of the competition, the students conducted an investment research project on the multinational holding company Meta, focusing on valuation, key investment drivers, and long-term risks.

Furthermore, student Akzhanibek Tolegen secured second place at the national Big4 case championship. Presenting before “Big Four” professionals, he provided a comprehensive market analysis, built financial models, and proposed various strategic solutions. The competition took place at KIMEP University with more than 300 participants.

Additionally, MNU students participated in the Integrity Case Championship, held during the annual Integrity Forum at Nazarbayev University. The tournament involved 35 student teams who presented initiatives aimed at strengthening a culture of care within the university environment. The MNU team earned the bronze prize in the championship.

It is worth noting that earlier, MNU students also achieved a historic result at the world’s premier international law competition.

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During the lecture, Talgat Aldazharov, co-founder and managing partner of Aitas Agro, and Togzhan Tynyshbayeva, Head of Recruitment and Professional Development, introduced students to the company’s work and career opportunities in the agro-industrial sector. They also discussed cooperation between business and universities, the company’s social projects, and the development of practice-oriented education.

The representatives of the agroholding also presented the educational project Talent School, aimed at identifying and developing future managers among university students. As part of the project, a case championship, educational initiatives, and mentoring meetings with business leaders and experts will take place before the end of the year. The project will conclude with the selection of two students from the MNU International School of Economics who will receive educational grants.

AITAS brings together more than 15 companies operating in crop production, poultry production and processing, and distribution. Over its 30 years of operation, the holding has become one of the leaders in Kazakhstan’s agricultural sector.

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The educational programs of the International School of Economics at Maqsut Narikbayev University have once again confirmed their compliance with the standards of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). The university has been granted the status of a Training Partner for 2026.

The reaccreditation confirms that the university’s educational programs meet the strict international standards of financial education. Students enrolled in the Business Administration in Accounting and Business Administration in Finance programs are eligible for exemptions from 15 ICAEW certificate-level exams. This allows them to use their academic achievements to receive credit for modules that are recognized by employers in more than 150 countries worldwide.

ICAEW is one of the most authoritative global organizations, bringing together more than 170,000 professionals and students in finance, accounting, and business education. It should also be noted that MNU’s educational programs are accredited by prestigious international agencies such as QAA, FIBAA, CIMA, ACCA, CIM, HRCI, GARP, CFA, and CEEMAN.

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PhD in Political Science and Deputy Dean of the International School of Economics at MNU, Assem Kalkamanova, presented the key findings of the research to the deputies. The researchers analyzed the socio-demographic profile of voucher recipients, access and coverage across the city’s districts, the distribution of service providers, the additional impact of the program on children’s development, as well as the quality of services and parents’ satisfaction. The study may serve as a basis for further improvement of the program’s implementation mechanism and for increasing its effectiveness.

Members of the maslikhat proposed conducting a comprehensive analysis covering a three-year period and establishing a permanent working group. They also emphasized the need to support researchers in obtaining anonymized data from information systems to calculate efficiency indicators. Following the discussion, the deputies noted the relevance of the study for improving the city’s social policy and expressed interest in continued expert support from the university.

It should be noted that the pilot voucher financing model is currently being implemented in six regions of Kazakhstan. Under the new system, each child receives an electronic voucher that allows them to attend one extracurricular club or section free of charge. In addition, funding is provided only after the service has been delivered — once the parent confirms the child’s attendance through a digital platform.

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