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As part of the "Bolashak" program and scientific internships, scholars studying in Manchester and other cities across the UK met with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Magzhan Ilyassov, and took part in the official opening ceremony of the consulate in Manchester. Members of Parliament and representatives of Kazakhstan's political elite attended the ceremony.

During the meeting, important issues regarding education, adaptation, and future career opportunities for graduates were discussed.

"It is always a pleasure to meet the scholars of the 'Bolashak' program! This time it was a group studying in ...

As part of the continued development of international cooperation, the leadership of the Center for International Programs held an important meeting with representatives of the Institute of International Education (IIE) and a consortium of leading American universities.

The CIP leadership presented the international programs administered by the center to the American delegation.

Key representatives of the IIE attended the meeting, including Sylvia Jones, Director of the International Partnership Center; Athena Louisa Lao, Program Development Manager; Joel Erickson, and others.

During the meeti...

A meeting between the Chairwoman of the Board of the Center for International Programs, Aliya Ospanova, and the “Bolashak” scholarship recipients took place in London. During the meeting, Aliya Ospanova presented the upcoming changes to the program and ambitious plans for the future. This sparked keen interest among the scholarship recipients, who actively asked questions about the program’s prospects and shared their experiences of studying and professional growth.

London is rightly considered one of the leading cities where “Bolashak” scholarship recipients receive education through world-le...

Interview with a Bolashak program graduate and teacher with over 20 years of experience.

From 2003 to 2024, Kalamkas Abenova devoted her career to Gymnasium No. 8 in Zhezkazgan, located in the Ulytau region, where she taught foreign languages to young Kazakhstanis for 21 years. However, starting from September 2024, due to family circumstances, she transitioned to the M. Shokay School-Gymnasium No. 51 in Astana. In her profession, Kalamkas Rakhymbekovna exemplifies unwavering dedication to her work and a deep passion for teaching. An internship at the University of Leicester, undertaken throug...

On the eve of World Tourism Day, an important Fishbowl discussion on the topic of "Sustainable Tourism in Kazakhstan" was held. The event was organized by the Presidential Center of Kazakhstan, the Eurasian Tourism Association, and the Center for Urban Tourism Development in Astana, with support from the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs. Participants discussed key challenges and opportunities to enhance the attractiveness and sustainability of tourism in Kazakhstan.

Aliya Ospanova, Chairperson of the Board of JSC "Center for International Programs," emphasized: "Kazakhstan's tourism ...

A meeting was held at the Center for International Programs with the First Secretary of the Embassy of Malaysia in Kazakhstan, representatives of Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), and leading Malaysian universities, including the University of Malaya (UM) and Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM).

The discussion focused on the prospects for deepening cooperation in the field of education and opportunities for Kazakhstani students. The Bolashak program, scientific internships, and other educational opportunities in Malaysia were presented during the meeting. Both parties also exchanged ideas...

The final list of Kazakhstani students selected for study at leading universities in Vietnam under intergovernmental grants for the 2024-2025 academic year has been published.

The final decision to award scholarships to three candidates for the undergraduate program was made by the host country – Vietnam. We remind you that the Kazakh side had previously recommended six candidates for undergraduate studies at leading universities in Vietnam.

The grant covers tuition fees and provides a stipend. The education is conducted in Vietnamese, and Vietnamese language courses are offered at universitie...

Dear Bolashak alumni and scholarship holders!

On behalf of Silkroad Innovation Hub, we invite you to the first technology conference, Central Eurasia @ Silicon Valley, which will take place on October 25 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) in San Francisco! This is a great opportunity to connect with startup founders, leading venture investors, and top executives from Central Eurasia and Silicon Valley.

You can look forward to:

• Keynote speeches
• Interactive panel discussions
• An exhibition of the best startups from Central Eurasia
• The final of the Unicorn Cup Battle

Special gues...