A workshop within the framework of the European Erasmus+ Project 01082829-DEFA-ERASMUS-EDU-2022-CBHE titled “Development of Financial Autonomy of Universities in Kyrgyzstan” (DEFA) is currently underway at Issyk-Kul State University named after K.Tynystanov in Karakol city, Issyk-Kul.

The workshop gathers an esteemed group of participants from both the European Union and Kyrgyzstan, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance the financial autonomy of higher education institutions in Kyrgyzstan.

Participants from the European Union:

• Otto von Guericke-University of Magdeburg (OVGU)
• University of Florence (UNIFI)
• European Center for Research and Initiatives (CESIE)

Participants from Kyrgyzstan:

• International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM)
• Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov (KSTU)
• Adam University (AU)
• Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic (DAMFA)
• International University of the Kyrgyz Republic (IUKR)
• Issyk-Kul State University named after K. Tynystanov (IKSU)
• Osh State University (OshSU)
• Talas State University (TalSU)
• Naryn State University named after S. Naamatov (NSU)
• Ataturk-AlaToo International University (AIU)
• Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov – KSTU

Among the representatives from the International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM) are Chief Accountant Madina I. Mairikova, Accountant Emir T. Stamaliev, and Head of the International Affairs Department Makhabat K. Karagulova, Ph.D. (Philology), Associate Professor, who delivered a comprehensive report on the “Implementation of the Quality Assurance System Plan.”

During the workshop, participants engaged in discussions on several critical topics, including the implementation of the dissemination plan, project expectations, and further actions to ensure the sustainability of the project. These discussions aim to fortify the financial strategies of Kyrgyz universities, promoting greater autonomy and effectiveness in their operations.