Central Asian University (CAU) is preparing to host the inaugural QS Eurasia Forum 2025, which will take place on 25–26 November in Tashkent. Organized in partnership with QS Quacquarelli Symonds and supported by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Innovations of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Forum is set to become a landmark event for the entire Eurasian region — a platform bringing together leaders in education, science, and public policy.
The main theme of the Forum, “Broadening Horizons: Building Global Bridges in Higher Education,” will focus on enhancing international academic cooperation, strengthening the global presence of regional universities, and building new educational bridges between countries.
Key Participants and Speakers
Key Participants and Speakers
The QS Eurasia Forum 2025 will bring together influential leaders from universities, government institutions, and international organizations. Among the distinguished guests:
• Mr. Nunzio Quacquarelli
President and Chair of the Board, QS Quacquarelli Symonds
• Prof. Dr. Kongratbay Sharipov
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovations of the Republic of Uzbekistan
• H.E. Zaki Anwar Nusseibah
Advisor to the President and Chancellor, UAE University
• Mr. Kamran Gulamov
President, Central Asian University
• Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar
President, Council of Higher Education (Türkiye)
• Mr. Emin Amrullayev
Minister of Science and Education, Republic of Azerbaijan
• Ms. Tamar Makharashvili
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, and Youth, Georgia
• Prof. Dr. Naci Gündoğan
Vice President, Council of Higher Education, Türkiye
• Prof. Dr. Bakhadir Mirzayev
Rector, National Research University TTITAME
• Mr. Sergei Khristoliubov
Regional Director, QS Quacquarelli Symonds
In addition to these leaders, the Forum will welcome dozens of other experts and university executives from Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the South Caucasus. The presence of high-profile speakers highlights the growing interest in the educational potential of Eurasia and the region’s increasing influence in the global academic landscape.
• Mr. Nunzio Quacquarelli
President and Chair of the Board, QS Quacquarelli Symonds
• Prof. Dr. Kongratbay Sharipov
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovations of the Republic of Uzbekistan
• H.E. Zaki Anwar Nusseibah
Advisor to the President and Chancellor, UAE University
• Mr. Kamran Gulamov
President, Central Asian University
• Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar
President, Council of Higher Education (Türkiye)
• Mr. Emin Amrullayev
Minister of Science and Education, Republic of Azerbaijan
• Ms. Tamar Makharashvili
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, and Youth, Georgia
• Prof. Dr. Naci Gündoğan
Vice President, Council of Higher Education, Türkiye
• Prof. Dr. Bakhadir Mirzayev
Rector, National Research University TTITAME
• Mr. Sergei Khristoliubov
Regional Director, QS Quacquarelli Symonds
In addition to these leaders, the Forum will welcome dozens of other experts and university executives from Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the South Caucasus. The presence of high-profile speakers highlights the growing interest in the educational potential of Eurasia and the region’s increasing influence in the global academic landscape.
Forum Programme
Participants can expect a rich agenda aimed at fostering international cooperation and innovation, including:
• strategic discussions on the role of universities in the AI era;
• masterclasses on academic partnerships and internationalisation management;
• dialogues on integrating regional education systems;
• presentations of successful research-driven initiatives;
• expanded opportunities for institutional networking.
Special attention will be given to how Eurasian universities can strengthen their global competitiveness, engage in international projects, and contribute to the socio-economic development of their countries.
Participants can expect a rich agenda aimed at fostering international cooperation and innovation, including:
• strategic discussions on the role of universities in the AI era;
• masterclasses on academic partnerships and internationalisation management;
• dialogues on integrating regional education systems;
• presentations of successful research-driven initiatives;
• expanded opportunities for institutional networking.
Special attention will be given to how Eurasian universities can strengthen their global competitiveness, engage in international projects, and contribute to the socio-economic development of their countries.
Hosting the QS Eurasia Forum 2025 in Tashkent reflects Uzbekistan’s ambition to take a leading role in the international educational landscape. For Central Asian University, it represents an opportunity to reinforce its status as a regional academic hub and broaden its network of global partnerships.
The Forum will serve as a platform where regional leaders can develop joint strategies and strengthen Eurasia’s role in the global educational dialogue.
The Forum will serve as a platform where regional leaders can develop joint strategies and strengthen Eurasia’s role in the global educational dialogue.
