Today, the XXVII International Public Administration Forum titled "Comparative Public Administration in the Turkic World" commenced at our educational institution. This significant event was co-organized by our university, the TURKSOY organization, the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), Muğla University, Ankara Hacı Bayram Veli University, Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, I. Razzakov Kyrgyz State Technical University, and Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University.
The purpose of the forum is to bring together practitioners in the academic environment by discussing modern practices in the field of public administration and exploring ways to solve emerging problems. Additionally, it aims to contribute to the development of the public administration system both within Turkic states and at the international level. It also serves to facilitate the exchange of experience between scholars and civil servants and to support joint scientific research and initiatives.
Opening the ceremonial meeting, the Chairman of the Organizing Committee and Professor at Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University, Ercan Oktay, stated: "I thank all our colleagues who contributed to organizing today's forum! Dear guests and students, it is a great source of pride to hold the XXVII International Public Administration Forum on the soil of Turkistan, which is the spiritual legacy of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi! I believe this gathering will achieve its set goals and become a highly rewarding platform! It is also certain that it will strengthen international partnerships and lead the educational arena to new milestones."
Delivering his congratulatory remarks, the Chairman of the Plenipotentiary Council, Muhittin Şimşek, said: "Dear guests from Turkey and other countries, and beloved students, welcome! I believe that as a result of today's forum, the ideas of scientists and specialists will lead to innovation and guide the way to the future. Because it is clear that human effort is never wasted. It always bears fruit. Today, the XXVII International Public Administration Forum is taking place. This is the fruit of great labor and effort. I wish success to the work of the forum!"
Next, Rector Zhanar Temirbekova noted: “As you know, many events are held at our international educational institution with the support of the Organization of Turkic States. We consider today's forum a continuation of this. We have gathered once again for a very important meeting. I am very glad that such a significant gathering, which will provide immense value to participants and students, is taking place at our university! I believe that all the topics discussed and historically significant decisions made will serve the benefit of the Turkic states and further enhance their mutual cooperation!”Acting Representative of the Rector, Naci Genç, also wished success to the forum participants.Among the guests who delivered congratulatory speeches were the Consul General of the Republic of Turkey in the Turkistan Region, İlker Pak, and the Rector of Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University, Professor Dr. Mehmet Gavgalı.The opening ceremony was followed by breakout sessions. During the sectional meetings, various new and relevant topics were discussed, including: A comparative analysis of changes in the governance system in Turkic-speaking states: Public reforms in the post-socialist period; Ottoman-Turkish modernization as an issue of building state capacity; A comparative analysis of the impact of public diplomacy on trade relations between Turkey and Kazakhstan (1992-2024); Women in bureaucracy: Working conditions and career growth opportunities; and From human rights to market governance: International organizations and the political economy of migration.It should be noted that the XXVII International Public Administration Forum will continue until September 12.
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