On April 8–9 of the current year, the forum “Malaysia – Uzbekistan: First International Women Scientists’ Forum” was held in Melaka, Malaysia, in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Education of Malaysia, the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Malaysia, Bukhara State Technical University, and Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka.

The forum was ceremoniously opened with the national anthems of both countries. The event was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uzbekistan to Malaysia, Karomiddin Gadoyev, the Director General of Higher Education of Malaysia, Azlinda binti Azman, and the Governor of Melaka State, Mohd Ali bin Mohd Rustam, who in their speeches emphasized the current state and prospects of cooperation between the two countries in the fields of science and education.

The forum was also opened by Sadoqat Siddiqova, who highlighted the role of women scientists in the development of science, their innovative ideas, and their importance in expanding international cooperation.

Within the framework of the forum, a large-scale business forum, as well as “Uzbekistan – Malaysia” science, education, and culture exhibitions were organized. These platforms enabled higher education institutions to widely present their scientific potential, innovative developments, and educational opportunities to the Malaysian audience.

The exhibitions featured displays reflecting the rich historical heritage, national values, and unique culture of both countries, along with thematic stands designed using modern approaches. These exhibitions attracted great interest from forum participants and contributed to strengthening not only scientific and educational ties but also cultural and humanitarian cooperation.

The forum was actively attended by rectors, vice-rectors, and delegations of higher education institutions from Uzbekistan and Malaysia. During the event, around 30 important agreements were reached aimed at elevating bilateral cooperation to a new level.

In particular, cooperation agreements were signed between Bukhara State Technical University and Sultan Idris Education University, as well as between Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia and Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka.

These agreements are of great importance for experience sharing in higher education, conducting joint scientific research, developing academic mobility, and introducing modern educational programs.

This forum is recognized as an important international platform marking a new stage of cooperation between Uzbekistan and Malaysia in the fields of science, education, and innovation.