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As part of the EURAS Academy Program hosted by Al-Mustaqbal University, the President of the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, came together with academics from Iraq’s leading universities. The program was also attended by the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Iraq, Prof. Dr. Adnan İbrahim Abid Al-Jumaily.

This significant gathering, held on the historic lands of Babylon,the cradle of civilization, addressed in a comprehensive manner the transformation of higher education with a focus on quality, sustainability and global interaction.

During the Baghdad segment of the program, it was emphasized that transformation in higher education is only possible through intention, values, and a shared vision. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın underlined that a strong university structure is essential for building a strong future, noting that every step taken carries regional impact.

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The Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) held a productive meeting with Ms. Oana Maria Rebedea, Director for the Caucasus and Central Asia at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

During the meeting, concrete areas of cooperation that could be implemented in the coming period were discussed within the scope of joint projects, implementing partnership models, and international collaboration opportunities.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın stated that the academic network carried out by EURAS at both regional and global levels would make significant contributions to collaborations to be developed with UNDP.

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The 3rd International Rehabilitation and Health Sciences Conference was held at Istanbul Aydın University, organized in collaboration with the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) and Pakistan Superior University. The opening ceremony was attended by the Consul General of Pakistan in Istanbul, Khawaja Khurram Naeem, alongside faculty members and students from both Superior University and Istanbul Aydın University.

Organized on the foundation of scientific collaboration, friendship and shared values, the conference contributed to strengthening academic and cultural ties between Türkiye and Pakistan—two brother countries.
Steps to deepen cooperation in education, science and culture were discussed, highlighting that ongoing collaborations will empower students internationally and open new pathways for joint projects.

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The Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) convened its November Board Meeting, where ongoing scientific collaborations, joint projects and academic solidarity initiatives with universities across the Eurasian region were comprehensively reviewed. Efforts to strengthen inter-university interaction were discussed, and the roadmap for the upcoming period was outlined. Emphasis was placed on the importance of academic activities that transcend borders and bring together different languages and cultures. The meeting concluded with a commitment to further academic cooperation and collective production for a stronger Eurasian academic community.

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The Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) held its September Board of Directors meeting, chaired by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, the goals of strengthening regional and global higher education cooperation were evaluated, and projects to be implemented and events planned for the coming period were discussed. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın emphasized at the meeting that work would continue with determination in line with the vision of “Stronger tomorrows through unity and solidarity in education.”

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The Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) Board of Directors held its August meeting, chaired by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. The meeting evaluated ongoing efforts to strengthen educational diplomacy and projects for the upcoming period.

In addition, the preparation process for the Eurasian Higher Education Summit (EURIE 2026), to be held on April 7-9, 2026, was discussed in its all aspects. Prof. Dr. Aydın stated that steps to further advance global academic collaborations are being planned.

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Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) successfully held its July Executive Board meeting under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, the goals of further strengthening cooperation in the field of higher education at regional and global level were evaluated.

While the members of the Board of Directors exchanged ideas on the projects planned to be implemented in the coming period, the preparation process of the Eurasian Higher Education Summit – EURIE 2026, which will be held on April 7-9, 2026, was also discussed comprehensively.

The meeting also emphasized that the increasing collaboration under the roof of EURAS plays an important role in uniting universities in Eurasia around a common vision.

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The June Executive Board Meeting of the Eurasian Universities Association (EURAS) was led by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. At the meeting, new period strategies that will adapt to the rapid changes in the world were discussed comprehensively.

At the meeting, projects aimed at enhancing collaboration among member universities on a regional and global scale were evaluated, and a road map was created for joint initiatives that will shape the education of young people.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın highlighted the importance of studies aiming excellence in education and based on sustainable cooperation, and emphasized that universities under the roof of EURAS should move forward with determination in line with this vision.

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The Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) May Board Meeting was held on May 13,  under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. During the meeting, current projects and international cooperation activities were discussed in detail. Prof. Dr. Aydın emphasized the importance of building stronger academic partnerships both in the region and globally.

After the meeting, Prof. Dr. Aydın said, “We are continuing our journey with determination to build a strong academic bridge from Eurasia to the world.” He also stated that EURAS will keep working on new strategic projects to strengthen cooperation among member universities.

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Istanbul Aydın University and Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) President Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın attended the Eurasian Universities Association (EURAS) Academy Joint Program hosted by Amirkabir University of Technology during his visit to Iran. The program, which was attended by 13 leading universities of Iran, emphasized the importance of acting with a sense of social responsibility as well as academic cooperation. The program offered an important platform at the international level with the aim of increasing the common impact in education and raising the leaders of the future.

During the meetings hosted by Prof. Dr. Alireza Rahaei, Rector of Amirkabir University of Technology, EURAS and Iranian universities discussed joint projects in strategic areas such as artificial intelligence, energy, aviation, industrial cooperation and science-technology parks. During the meetings, the commitment to further academic and technological cooperation between the universities of the two countries was confirmed once again.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın thanked all universities and participants who contributed to the organization of the program and pointed out that the key concept of the 21st century is “acting together”. He highlighted the importance of taking common steps that will give hope to young generations as Turkish and Iranian universities.

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