Cooperation between TSUOS and KOICA Enters a New Stage: AI-Assisted Korean Language Teaching and New Projects Discussed
On November 11, 2026, Rector of Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies, Professor Saodat Nasirova, held a meeting with Kim Siyon, Deputy Director of the KOICA (Korea International Cooperation Agency) Office in Uzbekistan, and Shukurullo Shukurov, Project Manager.
During the meeting, the parties held a comprehensive discussion on further developing bilateral relations and implementing promising projects. In particular, the following issues were addressed:
Strategic Partnership: Rector S.A. Nasirova emphasized that KOICA is one of TSUOS’s most trusted and valued partners, noting that the time has come to elevate bilateral cooperation to an entirely new level.
Historical Significance: During the discussion, Ms. Kim Siyon particularly acknowledged that TSUOS was the first and remains a leading higher education institution in Uzbekistan to introduce Korean language education in the country.
Reopening of the KOICA Center: The parties discussed the possibility of reopening the KOICA Center at TSUOS and modernizing its activities in line with current requirements.
Taking into account the new demands of the modern education market, the parties also agreed to expand cooperation in the following areas:
Innovative Education: Establishing a system for learning and teaching Korean with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI);
International Examinations: Organizing TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) examinations at TSUOS;
Staff Exchange: Engaging several volunteer specialists and teachers from the Republic of Korea in the educational process.
The meeting was held in a constructive and friendly atmosphere. It was emphasized that the implementation of the outlined plans would contribute to further strengthening educational ties between the two countries.
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