The DEIK Türkiye–Europe Business Councils Meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mehmet Ali Yalçındağ, with the participation of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
During the meeting, the strategic importance of Türkiye’s EU full membership process and university–business cooperation were discussed.
The Eurasian Higher Education Summit (EURIE 2026) was successfully completed after a three-day intensive program held in Istanbul between April 7–9.
The summit brought together higher education institutions, academics, and sector representatives from around the world.
Throughout the summit, numerous sessions comprehensively addressed the future of higher education, internationalization strategies, and academic cooperation.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın emphasized that EURIE is not only a summit but also a strategic platform that strengthens global academic dialogue, underlining the importance of such organizations in supporting Türkiye’s goal of becoming an international hub in higher education.
EURIE 2026 concluded with significant outcomes in terms of global cooperation and the development of a shared vision in higher education.
EURIE 2026 continued on its second day with an intensive program addressing key issues shaping the future of higher education.
Within the scope of the program, numerous parallel sessions were held focusing on academic mobility, international student recruitment, digitalization, and new approaches in higher education.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, President of EURAS, met with higher education representatives from Pakistan and Bulgaria. The meetings addressed academic collaborations, student and academic mobility, as well as joint and dual degree programs.
The engagements carried out throughout the second day contributed significantly to the development of new international partnership opportunities in higher education.
The Eurasian Higher Education Summit (EURIE 2026), organized for the 11th time this year by the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS), commenced with strong participation at the Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Center.
Delivering the opening speech, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, President of EURAS and President of Istanbul Aydın University, emphasized the competencies that will stand out in the future of the business world.
The opening session brought together prominent stakeholders of higher education, including the President of the Council of Higher Education, Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar, along with university representatives and academics from different parts of the world.
On the first day of the summit, key topics such as internationalization in higher education, academic collaborations, and strengthening global education networks were addressed through numerous sessions and meetings.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın also held international meetings throughout the day and shared evaluations on developing a common vision in higher education, highlighting EURIE as a strong academic platform bringing together different geographies.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, President of Istanbul Aydın University, attended the “IAU–Medyapım Cinema and Film Academy Graduation Ceremony,” which was also attended by Medyapım President Fatih Aksoy.
During the ceremony, Prof. Dr. Aydın congratulated the students who successfully completed their training and expressed that they are looking forward to the projects that the young filmmakers will produce in the future.
The Education Services Extended Committee Meeting of HIB was held with the participation of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
The meeting brought together a wide range of participants including Tarık Sönmez, Director General of International Trade in Services at The Ministry of Trade, Deputy Director General Fatih Aydın, and representatives from various universities.Discussions focused on Türkiye’s current position in education service exports, structural needs, and internationalization strategies.
A briefing session on support programs for service sectors was held with the participation of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın. This event was attended by Tarık Sönmez, Director General for International Trade in Services at the Ministry of Trade, Deputy Director General Fatih Aydın and HIB Board Member İlhan Bağören.
With approximately 400 sector representatives in attendance, the program provided detailed information on support mechanisms, application processes, and implementation frameworks for service exports.
The High Consultative Board Meeting of MÜSİAD was held with the participation of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
Global economic developments, uncertainties, and Türkiye’s strategic positioning were discussed, along with planned steps in production, exports, education, and entrepreneurship for 2026.
The 26th Ordinary General Assembly of the Turkish Anti-Smoking Association was held under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın.
New board members were elected, and the importance of continuing the fight against smoking and raising awareness was emphasized.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın hosted Hasan Shakir Majdi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Al-Mustaqbal University, along with his delegation and university administrators at a dinner meeting.
Discussions focused on sustainable cooperation in higher education, the importance of educational mobilization, and fostering national awareness among future generations.
The March meeting of the Aydın Thinking Platform was held with the participation of Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Fatma Şahin as a guest speaker.
Istanbul Governor Davut Gül also attended the meeting. Discussions covered urban governance, local development, social municipalism, and the role of women in society.
