Azerbaijan intends to develop educational linkage with AIOU
Islamabad, The Gulf Observer:The Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, H.E, Khazar Farhadov called on the Vice Chancellor Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood. He expressed his desire for cooperation between AIOU and the universities of Azerbaijan. Stressing upon the cooperation, Dr. Nasir Mahmood said that AIOU is the only university of Pakistan providing opportunities to enhance education for Pakistanis and international students living all over the world.
Dr. Nasir said that the new generation of Azerbaijan has got a great opportunity to get education and training, they can study online from AIOU. Director, International Collaboration & Exchange Office, Dr. Zahid Majeed said AIOU’s Urdu Department, English Department, and a comprehensive set-up of the Center for Languages and Translation Studies (CeLTS) are ready to cooperate with the universities of Azerbaijan.
The Ambassador of Azerbaijan and the Vice Chancellor, AIOU agreed to cooperate in educational matters of bilateral interest including student exchange programs and joint degree programs. Ambassador said that they will make every effort to pave the way to strengthen the relations between the two countries. The Vice-Chancellor along with the distinguished guest also visited the photo exhibition reflecting Pakistan-Azerbaijan friendship.
