The XVII General Conference of the International Association of Universities (IAU) on the theme "The Value of Universities in the Era of Artificial Intelligence" was recently held at Murdoch University in the city of Perth (Australia). Representatives of higher education institutions and scientific and educational organizations from 65 countries of the world took part in the event.

The forum brought together 245 participants. Turkmenistan was represented at the conference by the rectors of the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University and the Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management.

The main goal of the conference was to discuss the prospects for the development of higher education in the context of the rapid spread of artificial intelligence, to determine the role and significance of universities in modern society, as well as to study new opportunities in the field of education, scientific research and the introduction of innovations.

During the event, special attention was paid to the impact of artificial intelligence technologies on the higher education system, digital transformations, the quality of scientific research and the expansion of international cooperation. The program included plenary presentations and bilateral meetings, within the framework of which the participants exchanged views on further directions for the development of university education.

The participation of the Turkmen delegation in the international forum contributes to the study of advanced world experience, the strengthening of academic ties and the mastering of modern approaches to the organization of educational and scientific processes.