On March 16, 2026, Oleg Kopylov, Deputy Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, delivered a lecture to students at Astana International University.
The audience learned about the key stages of the SCO's establishment, its development, organisational structure, and core operational principles. Special attention was paid to the Organisation's achievements over the past 25 years.
During a Q&A session students received answers to their questions regarding the future of the SCO, its key objectives, and development priorities.
SCO DSG Oleg Kopylov held a conversation with Serik Irsaliyev, the President of the university. They exchanged views with an emphasis on enhancing interaction between educational institutions of the SCO member states.
Astana International University is a large, multidisciplinary university in Kazakhstan, focused on the development of international education, scientific research, and academic cooperation. It was founded in 2018. The university trains specialists in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, including fields such as economics and business, law, information technology, education, international relations, and humanities.