Sumgayit State University represents our country at the "Belt and Road Universities Alliance Forum 2025"
The Forum, dedicated to the theme "A Decade of Partnership, a Future Based on Wisdom: Creating a New Stage for the Belt and Road Education Community," brought together representatives from 95 universities from 24 countries around the world. Sumgayit State University (SSU) represents our country at this prestigious event. Professor Aminagha Sadigov, one of the keynote speakers at the forum, made a presentation on “Artificial Intelligence-Based Digital Transformation Practices in Higher Education: Practical Strategies for Universities.” He spoke about the application of artificial intelligence technologies in the educational process, the role of digitalization in university management mechanisms, and the importance of forming an innovative educational environment. Professor Sadigov noted that “The application of artificial intelligence technologies in higher education not only improves the quality of education, but also develops the creative potential of students and prepares them for the challenges of the global labor market. As Sumgayit State University, we are formulating our digital transformation strategy in accordance with these goals.” The SSU delegation also held a meeting with the leadership of Lanzhou University, the organizer of the Forum. The meeting discussed the prospects for future cooperation between the two universities in the direction of student-teacher exchange, joint research projects and support for startup initiatives. It was emphasized that the “Belt and Road Universities Alliance” serves to expand international relations between higher education institutions, promote scientific and innovative exchanges, and create new partnership opportunities in the global education space.