From October 6 to 8, 2025, the Head of the Department of Eurasian and Political Studies at the Institute of State History participated in the international scientific conference “East – West: Synergy of Scientific Knowledge” held in Sofia, Bulgaria.
The forum served as an important platform for scientific dialogue, bringing together researchers and educators from various countries. The co-organizers of the conference included Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski,” Samarkand State University named after Sharof Rashidov, and Bukhara State University.
The main goal of the event was to give new meaning to the development of science and education by reinterpreting the legacy of ancient philosophical treatises in the context of contemporary scientific debates and dialogue between East and West.
During the conference, participants discussed a wide range of current issues, including the integration of science and education, their role in shaping modern society and culture, and the impact of new technologies on the development of the humanities and natural sciences. Special attention was paid to innovative approaches that open new horizons for scientific research and educational practices.
On October 7, V.A. Zheksembekova met with the Vice-Rector of Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski,” Ms. Madlen Danova. The meeting focused on prospects for further cooperation between scientific and educational institutions, as well as issues of joint research. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening academic ties, emphasizing that this would foster intercultural dialogue and promote interdisciplinary studies.
As part of the visit, meetings with leading scholars of Sofia University are also planned to discuss areas of scientific cooperation, participation in joint conferences, and academic publications. A protocol meeting with the Mayor of Sofia is also expected, during which the parties will discuss cultural exchange and expanding international cooperation in the humanitarian field.
Participation in the “East – West: Synergy of Scientific Knowledge” conference marked an important step toward strengthening international academic cooperation, expanding the horizons of research, and promoting Eurasian scientific thought within the global academic space. Such events contribute not only to the exchange of knowledge but also to the creation of a unified intellectual space in which East and West are seen not as opposites but as complementary parts of a shared cultural and scientific process.