ZHANAR TEMIRBEKOVA PARTICIPATES IN THE TURKIC WORLD WOMEN'S DIPLOMACY FORUM

The Rector of our university, Zhanar Temirbekova, took part in the Turkic World Women's Diplomacy Forum, held in Ankara, the capital of the Republic of Türkiye. The international meeting was organised by the Women's Branch of Türkiye's Justice and Development Party (AK Parti).

Held under the theme “From a Common Vision to a Common Future: Women of the Turkic World,” the international forum brought together women leaders from Turkic states on one platform.

A delegation from Kazakhstan also participated in the forum. It included Sholpan Karinova, a member of the Kurultai and former Vice Minister of Education and Science; Sairangul Zhumadilova, a representative of the central office of the Adilet Party; Aiman Ashimova, Head of the Women's Branch of Zhambyl Region; and Kulshat Masalimova, Head of the Women's Branch of Aktobe Region.

The main objectives of the forum were to enhance the role of women in international diplomacy and public administration, strengthen cooperation among Turkic countries, and discuss initiatives aimed at shaping a common future.

The event brought together representatives of Turkic states, politicians, members of parliament, and public figures. During the plenary session, participants discussed the role of women of the Turkic World in diplomacy, their leadership qualities, their participation in decision-making processes, and their contribution to the development of regional cooperation.

At the first session, Sholpan Karinova, a member of the Kurultai and former Vice Minister of Education and Science, delivered a speech on behalf of the Adilet Party. She shared her views on women's leadership experience in the Turkic World, women's participation in socio-political processes, and their role in implementing joint initiatives.

The programme continued with a panel discussion entitled “Women in Politics: Our History, Our Struggle and Our Common Future.” During the discussion, representatives of Turkic countries exchanged views on the place of women in socio-political life, their leadership experience, and shared values. In addition, a cultural programme entitled “Sultans of Anatolia” was presented, introducing participants to the rich historical heritage and national traditions of the Turkic World.

Particular attention during the meeting was paid to the development of women's diplomacy among Turkic states, mutual exchange of experience, and the implementation of joint initiatives in the future.

Following the forum, the “Ankara Declaration on Women's Diplomacy of the Turkic World” was adopted.