On May 12, 2026, at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Tokyo, the leadership of the International University for the Humanities and Development met with representatives of the Asia Organization for Education, Science, and Economic Development (Asia SEED). The meeting was also attended by Mr. Hideomi Koinuma, President of the Turkmen-Japanese Association for Scientific and Technical Cooperation.

N. Shyhlyev, Vice-Rector of the International University for the Humanities and Development, presented the university’s achievements and priority areas in education, research, and international cooperation. Discussions focused on joint educational programs, interdisciplinary research, sustainable development, and green economy initiatives. Both sides confirmed their interest in strengthening long-term academic and scientific cooperation.

On the same day, the university delegation also met with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The parties discussed opportunities for joint projects, academic exchange, and innovative educational initiatives. JICA also proposed offering students of the International University for the Humanities and Development a free certified course in artificial intelligence, supporting the development of digital skills and future-ready specialists.

The meetings highlighted the growing potential of Turkmen-Japanese cooperation in education and science and opened new prospects for international academic collaboration.