Meeting with professors and students of Korea University and conferral of an honorary doctorate by Korea University

The Head of State thanked the university leadership and academic council for the distinction and described it as further evidence of the two countries' interest in expanding friendly relations, as well as shared scientific and cultural values.

In his remarks, Emomali Rahmon spoke about the role of science, learning and literature in the formation of the ancient Tajik civilisation, and about the Government of Tajikistan's measures to create favourable conditions for science and education. It was noted that over 35 years of independence, the number of higher education institutions rose from 13 to 51, while student numbers increased from 70000 to 230000.

It was also stated that more than 40000 young Tajik citizens are studying at higher education institutions in nearly 50 countries, including the Republic of Korea. The President said Tajikistan was interested in continuing cooperation with Korea University, expanding academic exchanges and implementing joint scientific research projects.