On November 2, Assylbek Issakhov, President of Kazakh-American University (KAU) in Kazakhstan, and Vice President Dauren Dyussebayev visited Antai College of Economics and Management, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Associate Dean Xi Qu welcomed the visitors. Hailei Chen, Administrative Officer at SJTU’s Division of Global Cooperation and Exchange, and Janet Chen, Acting Director of Antai’s International Office, also attended the meeting.

Xi Qu introduced Antai’s academic programs, industry research and international partnerships. President Issakhov introduced KAU’s development, academic programs and international exchange initiatives.

The discussion focused on student mobility and international education. Antai presented its Summer and Winter School Programs and English-taught MIB program. President Issakhov expressed interest in expanding opportunities for KAU students to study in China and exploring a one-semester exchange program, scientific seminars and scientific internships.

The visit enhanced mutual understanding of the two institutions’ academic strengths and resources, providing a basis for cooperation in education and research, starting with short-term student mobility.