2024, October 11
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Visit of the World Bank Delegation
2024, October 11
Share this articleA delegation from the World Bank, led by Asad Alam, Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia in the areas of equitable growth, finance, and institutions, visited NU.
The delegation was welcomed by the university's president, Dr. Waqar Ahmad. The delegation included leading experts, such as David Knight, an economist focused on Central Asia, Henry Aviomoh, an economist in the macroeconomics, trade, and investment global practice, and Azamat Aigaidarov, a country economist.
The program began with a tour of the campus, followed by a meeting with university leadership. Kadisha Dairova, Vice President for Student Affairs and International Cooperation, presented NU's achievements, while representatives from various schools discussed their academic programs. Participants explored prospects for further cooperation.
«In the Business School, we have top researchers who work extensively with confidential firm-level Kazakh data. In the past, we have collaborated with institutions like the World Bank on specific country reports that required our expertise. We are always open to exploring similar collaboration opportunities. We have both access to the data and the necessary competencies to contribute effectively», — emphasized Joep Konings, Dean of the Graduate School of Business.
Concluding the visit, Asad Alam addressed students, discussing current economic forecasts for Kazakhstan, as well as issues related to human capital and the quality of education.
