BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 7.
Eight hundred Azerbaijani students are studying in Hungary,
Ambassador of Hungary to Azerbaijan, Tamás Torma, said on Wednesday
during a briefing dedicated to the Study in Europe Fair, which will
be held on October 10–11 in Baku, Trend’s correspondent reports from the
event.
The ambassador noted that in recent years, educational ties
between Azerbaijan and Hungary have expanded significantly, and
this partnership represents a key aspect of the two countries'
socio-economic cooperation. The Memorandum of Understanding on the
Stipendium Hungaricum programme has established a solid foundation
for students to pursue their education in Hungary and for exchange
opportunities.
According to him, Azerbaijani students choose Hungarian
universities for their high-quality English-language programs,
modern research facilities, and internationally recognized degrees.
Students primarily pursue studies in fields such as engineering,
business, and information technology.
Torma specifically highlighted inter-university cooperation in
the fields of agriculture and medicine. He noted the existing
partnerships between the Hungarian University of Agriculture and
Life Sciences and the Azerbaijan State Agricultural University, as
well as between the University of Pécs and the Azerbaijan Medical
University.
The ambassador pointed out that Hungary's vibrant cultural and
social life, its safety, and the direct air link between Baku and
Budapest play a role in the choices made by Azerbaijani
students.
"There are four flights a week connecting the two capitals. The
fact that 800 Azerbaijani students are currently studying in
Hungary clearly demonstrates the strength of our cooperation and
cultural ties," he explained.
Torma added that seven Hungarian universities would be
represented at this year's Study in Europe Fair, marking a record
level of participation for the country.
