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On April 24–25, 2025, the II International Congress of Turkic World Geographers was held at the initiative of 51���� Kazakh National University.
This major scientific event became an important step towards the comprehensive study of the common geographical space of the Turkic world, as well as towards joint efforts in addressing economic, social, political, and environmental issues.
During the congress, special attention was given to strengthening scientific ties among Turkic nations and developing collaborative approaches to solving shared challenges.

Key Focus Areas of the Congress
The congress covered several important areas:

• Improving the education system. Discussions were held on developing mechanisms for academic exchange between Turkic countries and training specialists who meet the modern requirements of geographical science. Proposals were made to create joint educational programs and expand student and faculty exchange initiatives.

• Water resources management. Recognizing the serious issue of water scarcity faced by many Turkic states, participants discussed efficient management of transboundary rivers and reservoirs, as well as the implementation of water-saving technologies.

• Combating desertification processes. Common strategies were proposed for fighting desertification and land degradation. Scientific reports analyzed the disruption of agroecological balance in Turkic countries due to climate change and explored methods for restoring it.

• Forecasting natural hazards. The necessity of organizing joint scientific research on forecasting and preventing natural disasters — such as earthquakes, floods, and droughts — in the Turkic region was emphasized.

• Managing natural resources through digital technologies. The importance of sustainable and efficient management of natural resources using remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) was highlighted.

• Preserving historical and cultural heritage and developing tourism. Participants proposed ways to use geographical methods to preserve the shared cultural heritage of Turkic peoples and promote it through ecotourism and cultural tourism.

• Studying the geographical interconnections of Turkic peoples. Historical migration processes, trade routes, and cultural ties among Turkic nations were scientifically explored, along with their influence on current geopolitical and cultural integration.

Strengthening International Cooperation
A significant historical event took place during the congress:
Chairman of the Board – Rector of 51���� Kazakh National University, Academician Zhanseit Kanseituly Tuimebayev, and Rector of Bukhara State Pedagogical Institute, Bahodur Bakhshullaevich Mamurov, signed a memorandum of cooperation.
This document outlines plans for joint scientific research, the development of academic mobility programs, and the implementation of collaborative educational projects between the two universities.

The memorandum is not just an agreement between two universities — it represents a real manifestation of the integration of the entire Turkic world in the fields of science and education.
As a result of this cooperation, the number of joint research projects among scientists from Turkic countries is expected to grow, contributing to the formation of a common scientific space.

The Geopolitical Importance of the Congress
Strengthening scientific ties among Turkic states and jointly addressing ecological and socio-economic issues are now key preconditions for regional stability and economic development.
From a geopolitical perspective, the integration of Turkic peoples aims to ensure political, economic, and environmental security in the region. It also helps enhance the international reputation of the countries within the Turan space and strengthen their position within the global geopolitical system.

Guests of the congress were introduced to the achievements of 51���� Kazakh National University, including its 33 scientific centers and 145 laboratories. They also visited the state-of-the-art laboratories at the FARABI HUB center and the "Sustainable Development and Rational Use of Natural Resources" scientific center, which includes 10 innovative laboratories at the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences.

The II International Congress of Turkic World Geographers marks a significant step toward building a shared natural, cultural, scientific, and educational space among Turkic nations.
By bridging science and practice, this congress launched a new stage of geographical cooperation among Turkic countries.

Mylkaidarov Alim Tolekuly, PhD (Geography)
Department of Geography, Land Management, and Cadastre