Termez State University (TerSU) initiates and actively participates in cross-sectoral dialogue on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through collaborative efforts involving government agencies, international universities, research institutions and private-sector organisations, bringing together expertise and resources to address SDG-related challenges and advance sustainable development.
Uzbekistan-Malaysia: Higher Education, Sustainable Agriculture and Industry
4 February 2025. Rector Prof. Abdukodir Toshkulov and the TerSU delegation participated in the First Uzbekistan–Malaysia Higher Education Forum, themed “Opportunities and Initiatives in Higher Education for Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.” The two countries’ higher education ministers opened the forum; the ministry reported the participation of leaders from more than 50 higher education institutions. Discussions addressed academic mobility, joint programmes and research cooperation.
During the visit, TerSU reported agreements with Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) concerning digital-skills development, an AI-based chatbot and prospective research on eco-hydrogel applications in agriculture, with private-sector participation by Park One Legacy. Separately, TerSU representatives held talks and signed cooperation arrangements with Malaysian company Kedah Agro Holdings on agriculture and fisheries in Surkhandarya. Contemporary reporting described a US$10 million first-stage investment commitment under the proposed agricultural and fisheries cooperation. The reported agreement identified an intended investment, rather than expenditure already completed.
Cross-sectoral contribution. The dialogue brought together government-supported higher education cooperation, academic research and private enterprise around education, digital development and agricultural productivity - areas connected to SDGs 4, 9 and 17, with relevance to SDG 2 through proposed agricultural research.
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Sources: Ministry: forum | Surxontongi: industry agreement
Uzbekistan-China: Government-University Dialogue on Science and Heritage
1–2 June 2025. The Second Uzbekistan–China Interregional Forum in Samarkand convened more than 2,800 participants from government, regional administrations, business, research and education, according to Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade. TerSU joined the forum programme addressing scientific and educational cooperation, innovation and cultural heritage.
At the related China-Uzbekistan Ancient Capitals Forum on 2 June, hosted by the Shaanxi Provincial Government and Samarkand Regional Government, Rector Prof. Abdukodir Toshkulov participated alongside government and university leaders. TerSU and Northwest University (NWU) signed an agreement to jointly establish and manage the Termez branch of the China-Central Asia Human and Environment Belt and Road Joint Laboratory. The announced cooperation covers cultural-heritage protection, environmental research and specialist training.
Cross-sectoral contribution. This is a documented example of government-university dialogue coupled with a signed institutional agreement. The cultural-heritage research agenda relates particularly to SDG 11.4, while joint scientific capacity-building supports SDGs 4 and 17. The signed agreement defines a framework for further joint work in archaeology, environmental research and talent development.
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Sources: Uzbekistan ministry: forum | Northwest University: signed agreement | TerSU: research centre
University-Government Cooperation in Justice and Legal Education
30 January 2025. TerSU hosted Surkhandarya Regional Prosecutor B. Babadjanov, prosecution officials, law students and media representatives for an open discussion on justice-sector reforms and legal-professional training. Rector Prof. Abdukodir Toshkulov and the regional prosecutor signed the first cooperation memorandum between the regional Prosecutor’s Office and TerSU for legal personnel training. Members of the “Future Prosecutors Club” were also formally introduced.
31 January 2025. TerSU held another university–government meeting with senior officers of the Surkhandarya Regional Department of Internal Affairs. Participants discussed cybersecurity, crime prevention, public awareness and citizen participation in community safety. Officials also provided practical guidance on public safety and law-enforcement career pathways.
Cross-sectoral contribution. The discussions connected university students and academic staff with justice and law-enforcement institutions, contributing to public-facing dialogue relevant to SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.
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Sources: UzA: signed prosecutor memorandum | Regional police: public-safety meeting
Women’s Leadership and Public-Sector Exchange
7 February 2025. The TerSU Women’s Advisory Council organised the roundtable “Creating the Image of a Woman Leader.” Female students met Sh. Oripova, who had worked in the legislative sphere, and O. Kucharova, Chair of the Women’s Council of the Surkhandarya Regional National Guard Department. The discussion covered leadership, professional development and women’s participation in public life, offering a practical university–public-sector exchange associated with SDG 5 - Gender Equality.
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05 Bactrian Archaeology and International Cultural-Heritage Research
3–4 October 2025. Termez State University (TerSU), the Yahyo Ghulomov Samarkand Institute of Archaeology and Northwest University (China) jointly organised the two-day international scientific conference “Bactrian Archaeology: New Research and Findings.” The event brought together 3 organising institutions and researchers representing 6 countries - Uzbekistan, China, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, France and the Czech Republic. Participants presented archaeological research findings and discussed the preservation of Bactrian civilisation and Silk Road cultural heritage.
To facilitate international knowledge exchange, presentations were interpreted into 4 languages, with additional remote access provided through Zoom. The conference strengthened international research cooperation and contributed to SDG Target 11.4, particularly the protection, study and preservation of cultural heritage.
Sources: TerSU: conference announcement
