From June 16 to 27, 2025, the China University of Petroleum-Beijing at Karamay (CUPK) hosted a delegation of faculty and students from Kazakhstan’s Satbayev University for an intensive oil engineering internship program. The program, which featured an opening ceremony, hands-on field and laboratory training, and a closing ceremony, served to strengthen practical education ties and foster cross-cultural understanding between the two institutions, reinforcing the strategic energy partnership between China and Kazakhstan.Opening Session: Strengthening Bonds Through EducationThe program commenced on June 16 with an opening ceremony at the J2 International Exchange Center. CUPK Vice President Xing Xiaokai extended a warm welcome to the delegates, highlighting Karamay’s role as a key petroleum industrial hub and its expanding collaboration with Central Asian nations. In response, Tursyngazy Mahabbat, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Geology, Oil and Gas Business at Satbayev University, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and stressed the importance of deepening bilateral cooperation in student and faculty exchanges, joint postgraduate programs, and scientific research.Before the ceremony, the Kazakh delegation toured a panorama model of the Karamay Campus and an exhibition detailing the university’s educational achievements. The vistiors, dressed in traditional attire, presented a vibrant cultural performance. A subsequent gift exchange symbolized mutual respect and enduring friendship between the two universities. Hands-On Training: Bridging Theory and PracticeDuring the two-week program, 22 students from Satbayev University engaged in multi-dimensional practical training alongside their CUPK peers. Activities included visits to operational oilfield fronts, drilling training bases, and specialized laboratories, where students observed extraction processes, precision drilling operations, and geological exploration techniques. On-campus sessions involved operating multi-valve and pumping equipment, simulating blowout emergency responses, practicing equipment inspection protocols, and exploring remote instrument control systems. This comprehensive curriculum provided students with a robust, real-world understanding of petroleum production and operations.Closing Ceremony: Celebrating Achievement and Future CollaborationThe intership concluded on June 27 with a closing ceremony attended by CUPK Secretary of the Party Committee and President Li Jun. In his address, President Li commended the students for their outstanding performance and evident enthusiasm for learning. He encouraged them to apply their newly acquired knowledge to contribute to the petroleum industry and to the ongoing energy cooperation between China and Kazakhstan.Vice Dean Tursyngazy Mahabbat reciprocated thanks to CUPK for its meticulous organization and warm hospitality, expressing his eagerness for more collaborative projects to cultivate the next generation of energy talent. A student representative from Kazakhstan shared that the internship had not only enhanced their technical skills but also deepened their sense of a shared mission with energy professions, pledging to cherish the transnational friendship forged during their stay.The ceremony culminated with CUPK faculty presenting internship completion and outstanding trainee certificates to the students, followed by a group photo session that captured the profound camaraderie between the participants.This internship represents a significant milestone in China-Kazakhstan energy collaboration, signaling a strategic shift from project alignment to a new, deepened stage of talent co-development. The certificates conferred symbolize not just academic recognition, but a new starting point for cooperation, laying a solid foundation for sustained exchange and the shared cultivation of expertise in the global energy sector.

2025 Worldwide Energy University Network - Summer Geological Expedition Camp in Junggar Basin was successfully held at CUPK from August 1st to 14th. Fourteen energy major teachers, Ph.D students and bachelors from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan participated in this program. They completed an in-depth journey integrating geological exploration, cultural experience, and friendship exchange.A Dynamic Start to the ExpeditionOn August 1st, Li Jun, president of CUPK, and Xu Changliang, deputy secretary of the CPC CUPK committee attended the opening ceremony. In the welcoming address, Li Jun pointed out that Junggar Basin contains rich mineral resources like petroleum and gas, and emphasized that the summer camp was not only an exploratory journey of geological knowledge but also a valuable opportunity to deepen friendship and exchange knowledge. Moreover, he stressed that campers should devote themselves wholeheartedly to study and practice in order to promote professional knowledge and scientific literacy, and to experience the openness and vitality of China's higher education. He encouraged everyone to become important bridges for spreading friendship and telling the true, multi-dimensional story of China to the world.During the ceremony, Li Jun granted flags to the representatives of campers.Liang Fei, lecturer and project leader of the summer school, provided a detailed introduction to the activity arrangements and conducted safety training. The subsequent ice-breaking activities brought the campers from different countries closer, laying a solid foundation for future group collaboration.Highlights of the Geological ExpeditionThroughout the 14-day expedition, campers went to several key sites around the Junggar Basin for systematic geological and energy-related research. Notable academic highlights and detailed exposures include:Dushanzi mud volcanoes in the southern Junggar Basin: Formed approximately 3 million years ago, this geological feature was built up by eruptions of mud and natural gas and is closely linked to the formation of the Dushanzi Oil Field.Baiyanggou Mud Volcanos: The world's largest group of mud volcanoes.Dushanzi Grand Canyon: Features extensive geological records and prominent Danxia and canyon landscapes.Devi City: A representative Yardang landform with global-class fossil sites, and the wind-carved stones resemble the remnants of an ancient city and different animals.Manas Salt Lake: A scenic lake rich in salt, mirabilite, and potash—Xinjiang's second-largest salt production site.Black Oil Hill: It is a group of asphalt mounds formed by oil spilling over years in the Triassic system of Karamay Oilfield.China National Petroleum Corporation Xinjiang Oilfield Branch：Visited its laboratory and core sample repository.This 14-day expedition transcended the conventional internship model, offering participants a transformative journey of deep Earth dialogue and future-shaping collaboration with international peers.A Forward-Looking FinaleOn August 14th, Xu Changliang attended the closing ceremony and spoke highly of the campers' performance. He noted that the campers had showed the spirit of "openness, inclusiveness, mutual learning, and mutual exchange" through their actions. He expressed his hope that the campers would become youth ambassadors to promote cooperation in energy, education, and technology under the Belt and Road Initiative.This 14-day summer camp has been an unforgettable journey of knowledge acquisition, cultural exchange, and friendship building for all campers. It leaves every participant with cherished memories. The campers promised to promote ongoing friendship and collaboration between the Worldwide Energy University Network and CUPK.In the future, based on the geological advantages and industry-university-research foundation, CUPK will continually enhance the academic content and practical experience of summer camps. It will further deepen the network of international educational cooperation, expand the depth and breadth of geological research, and actively integrate cutting-edge technology into practical teaching.Through optimizing this program, CUPK aims to cultivate more outstanding international and interdisciplinary geological talents for global energy field. At the same time, it will build a stronger bridge for promoting educational cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative and enhancing international friendship.

On July 14th, the ending ceremony of "Perceiving the Silk Road, Intelligently Creating the Future" Experience Camp of Asian-European Energy Civilization, hosted by China University of Petroleum-Beijing at Karamay (CUPK), successfully concluded.The 15-day program aimed at showcasing an authentic, multi-dimensional, and diverse Xinjiang. By integrating energy technology with experiences in traditional Chinese culture, it established a new bridge for dialogue among Silk Road civilizations and promoted youth exchange between China and Central Asia. Fifteen campers from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan participated alongside CUPK teachers and students in this immersive exploration.Deep Dive into Chinese Culture:During immersive cultural activities, participants experienced the unique charm of China's intangible cultural heritage:1. Jade carving at an intangible cultural heritage museum demonstrated the intricate artistry of "carving an icebound epic" with blades.2. The lacquer fan-making process unlocked the secrets of mineral pigment ratios – the "chromatic code" of this ancient craft.3. The magnetic face-changing mechanism used in puppet shows amazed campers with its concept of "instantly transforming the universe."4. Martial arts training imparted the precision and power behind "the way of attack and defense."5. An Yu Opera experience introduced participants to the aesthetics of "unity of form and spirit" through flowing sleeves.Frontline Industry Insights:Visits to industrial sites deepened theoretical and practical understanding:1. A technical session at the New Kai Oil Refinery revealed the precise temperature control logic crucial for heavy oil thermal recovery and distillation processes.2. The intelligent dispatching system at a control center demonstrated how Beidou positioning optimizes energy transport efficiency.3. A physics popular science base vividly explained the principles of energy conversion and solar energy applications through models, resonance experiments, and solar observation.A Journey of Discovery and Friendship:Over the fifteen days, participants collectively explored sites ranging from the historic Dushanzi industrial complex and intangible cultural heritage workshops to cutting-edge laboratories and modern factories. Their journey extended from the Black Oil Mountain to the Devil's City. This shared exploration not only fostered deeper mutual understanding but also forged profound transnational friendships.Participant Reflections:Aidana Seitmukhanova, a camper representative and postgraduate from Atyrau Oil and Gas University (AOGU), shared: "I deeply felt the charm of Chinese energy technology and culture and forged deep friendships while gaining valuable knowledge."Olimpiada Tulegenova, a teacher from AOGU, remarked: "This program was an educational milestone. We look forward to further cooperation in faculty-student exchanges and scientific research."Closing Ceremony:At the closing ceremony, heads of relevant functional departments at CUPK presented service certifications to volunteers and certificates of completion to campers.Speaking at the ceremony, a CUPK representative highlighted the significance of the camp: "The successful holding of this summer camp signifies that youth exchanges between China and Central Asia have entered a new stage of deep mutual learning. The openness and inclusiveness shown by the youth represent the most valuable essence of civilizational dialogue." The representative added that participants had personally experienced the Silk Road's civilizational network, explored its cultural essence and cutting-edge technology, witnessed energy development achievements, and built new bridges of friendship. He expressed hope that the campers would become ambassadors of friendship, sharing authentic stories of Xinjiang upon their return home.

From July 1st to 12th, 2025, a delegation of 25 students from China University of Petroleum-Beijing at Karamay (CUPK), led by three faculty members, traveled to Atyrau Oil and Gas University (AOGU) in Kazakhstan for a summer industrial internship program.The 12-day program, featuring multi-faceted activities including professional internships, cultural exchanges, and corporate visits, serves as a vital platform to strengthen educational cooperation among Belt and Road Initiative partner countries and cultivate future energy professionals.At the welcome ceremony hosted by AOGU, Rector Shakulikova Gulzada emphasized that young people are core to enhancing cooperation. She expressed hope that the students would gain both knowledge and valuable connections through this practical experience. Peng Wei, Head of the Chemical Engineering and Environment Department at CUPK's Faculty of Engineering, encouraged the students to seize the opportunity. He noted that amidst deepening China-Kazakhstan friendship, young scholars should strive to be not only practitioners of professional knowledge but also youth ambassadors fostering bilateral ties.During corporate visits, the delegation gained significant industry exposure:At Kazakhstan's National Oil and Gas Company, CUPK participants closely examined crude oil samples and cores extracted from the Atyrau region.The Caspian Institute of Oil and Gas Design provided a systematic introduction and demonstration of the design logic and common applications of petrochemical plants and natural gas processing stations.In workshops at the New Tech System Group Company, students observed the shearing process for stainless steel pipes and learned about the specialized functions of thermal insulation materials.Visits to Schlumberger (Atyrau Branch), the world's largest oilfield technology services company, and the North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC) offered in-depth insights into leading industry trends.Additionally, guided by Peng Wei, CUPK students visited the Chemical Laboratories at an AOGU branch campus, engaging with professional knowledge such as wastewater chlorine content determination, automated oil element analysis, and oil product physical property testing.The program also included practical skill development:Participants actively engaged in safety training for working at heights and learned essential first-aid knowledge at the APEC training company.AOGU professors offered guidance on resume writing, professional attire standards, and effective language expression at the Bolashak Group plant.Meanwhile, CUPK students showcased their initiative during an "English Self-Introduction Session" themed around anthropomorphic office supplies.Cultural immersion was a key component:The delegation visited significant sites including Panfilov 28 Memorial Park and the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan.They attended AOGU's graduation ceremony. Furthermore, they explored the historical and cultural site of "Saraychik Ancient City" alongside peers from Russia's Tyumen Industrial University. Participants shared their reflections:Wu Zhongcheng, a 2022 undergraduate in Petroleum Engineering, stated the program provided a deep understanding of the differences in oil and gas resources and extraction technologies between China and Kazakhstan, reinforcing his commitment to a career in the oil field.Liu Yanchen, a 2024 Russian Language undergraduate, expressed heartfelt appreciation: "Through conversations with Kazakh friends, I experienced the genuine warmth and simplicity of the Kazakh people. I found myself appreciating the unique charm of Kazakh culture." She found particular fulfillment in applying her professional skills to build closer connections.Li Boyu, a leading teacher from CUPK, summarized the program's value: "This initiative not only provided a transnational practical platform in the oil and gas sector but also facilitated in-depth dialogue between Chinese and Kazakh youth in the energy field through the dual-track approach of 'professional expertise and cultural exchange'."This summer industrial internship represents a significant initiative by CUPK to advance international talent cultivation. It is both an active response to China-Kazakhstan energy cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative and a concrete step towards fulfilling CUPK's mission of "cultivating high-caliber professionals with a global perspective." Moving forward, CUPK faculty and students remain committed to injecting vitality into bilateral cooperation and jointly building bridges of friendship.

On May 13th, the International Symposium on High Quality Energy Development Exchange and Cooperation was held at Boda Campus of Xinjiang University. This symposium was hosted by the Education Bureau of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, jointly organized by CUPK, Xinjiang University, Tianjin University, Shihezi University and other universities. Vice President of CUP, CUPK Party Secretary and President Li Jun attended the meeting. Representatives from CUPK’s relevant functional departments and its affiliated colleges also attended the meeting. The meeting was presided over by CUPK’s Vice President Xing Xiaokai. In his speech, Li Jun said that as the “national team” of China’s energy sector universities, CUPB has built a collaborative innovation and cooperation network that can jointly build national cooperation with countries along the “The Belt and Road”. He proposed to establish a demand-oriented strategy to actively focus on oil and gas exploration and development in Central Asia, on the technical “difficulties” and “bottlenecks” in the fields of new energy and oil and gas artificial intelligence, and form a “demand-oriented” cross-border research team; Meanwhile, education needs to be employed as a link to build a “Government-School-Enterprise” education community to better explore the “Order Based” and the “Integrated System” of international talent training models; In addition, platforms are to be served as carriers to explore new paradigms of energy cooperation in areas such as mutual recognition of technical standards, interoperability of resource sharing, and promotion of joint achievements. Leaders and experts from home and abroad delivered speeches and special reports at the meeting, among whom are Yu Zujun, President of Beijing Jiaotong University, Malatbek Kabudulin, President of Kazakh-British Technical University, Gulzada Shakurikova, President of Atyrau University of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Professor Mu Zongjie. They all hoped to continuously strengthen Industry-University Cooperation in the energy sector between China and the Central Asia countries in exploring new models of international School-Enterprise Cooperation, and to solve key technical problems in energy transformation. After the meeting, delegations from foreign universities such as Kazakh-British Technical University, Atyrau University of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Tashkent University of Information Technology visited the CUPK campus. At the symposium at CUPK, the delegation highly praised its achievements and hardware facilities. Leaders and experts from home and abroad conducted in-depth exchanges on topics such as deepening cooperation and achieving win-win outcomes, and they reached agreements on cooperation issues such as co-building laboratories, jointly applying for scientific research projects, joint student training and exchange programs, and short-term summer camps. During the visit, the delegation also visited the CUPK campus’ educational achievement exhibition, panoramic sand table, F1 analysis and testing center, F4 factory, etc.

To comply with “The Belt and Road” initiative to further promote cooperation between CUPK and its cooperative universities in Central Asian countries, Zhang Hongyan, vice president of the campus, led a school delegation to have paid a successful in-depth study visit from December 8 to 13 to the following ten institutions: Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan, Chinese Embassy in Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University, Kyrgyz State Technical University, Tashkent University of Information Technologies, and Turin University of Technology the Turin Polytechnic University in Tashkent, Confucius Institute of Bishkek National University and a local middle school. The members of the delegation are leaders from the administrative departments of the campus and heads of colleges. Vice President Zhang Hongyan made an introduction to the history, development status quo and future planning of the CUPK in her meeting with Chyngyz Esengur, the first deputy minister of the Kyrgyz Ministry of Culture. She said that her university would keep building an international academic exchange platform in an orderly manner by adhering to the school running goal of serving the “The Belt and Road” construction to expand the enrollment of foreign students in China, and to build featured brand activities, such as the World Energy University Alliance - International Geological Summer Camp. Zhang’s introduction also covered the plans for deepening exchanges and cooperation with its partners to achieve more results in talent cultivation, scientific research, etc.Esengur said that the significant progress made in major projects such as the China Kyrgyzstan Uzbekistan Railway has brought new opportunities for the economic development of Kyrgyzstan, when new challenge like talent shortage also emerged. He hoped that more outstanding young people from Kyrgyzstan could study in China’s high-level universities such as CUPK. This could not only inject new vitality into the construction of Kyrgyzstan, but also help build a more solid friendship bridge for the construction of a community of shared future between China and Kyrgyzstan.The delegation also visited Chinese embassies in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, where they had in-depth exchanges with Ambassador Yu Jun and Minister Counselor Li Baojie. Apart from her introduction to the status quo of education at CUPK and the purpose of her visit, Zhang expressed her concern for the cooperation between CUPK and its peers in Central Asian countries. She hoped that Chinese embassies could provide assistance in expanding cooperation for substantive results in the future. Chinese diplomatic officials of the two embassies fully affirmed the achievements of CUPK, when they also expressed their wishes that CUPK should make the best use of its geographical advantages to give full play to its educational and academic achievements in upgrading its education program for international students studying in China for the deepening of the educational and cultural exchanges between China and Kyrgyzstan, and between China and Ukraine to facilitate the implementation of the “The Belt and Road” initiative.During her visit to universities, Zhang and her delegation held symposiums with Chunybaev Mirlan, President of Kyrgyz National Technical University, Sergei Yuryevich, President of Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University, Komil Tashev, President of Tashkent University of Information Technology, Djamshid Sultanaov, Vice President, Ashurov Alisher, Vice President of Turin Polytechnic University Tashkent Branch, and Yusupov Jalolliddin, Vice President. At each symposium, Zhang provided an overview of the CUPK’s history, her latest development, and cooperation intentions. After in-depth exchanges with leaders of the above universities, CUPK finally reached an agreement with multiple parties to have dual degree joint training programs in areas of petroleum and natural gas, Russian and Chinese language training programs mechanical engineering, software engineering and artificial intelligence, coupled with summer camps, summer internships, as well as joint applications for the Erasmus+program and intergovernmental international scientific research cooperation projects in professional fields.The delegation also visited Confucius Institute at Bishkek State University, the 95th Middle School in Bishkek, and the 59th Middle School in Tashkent, where they were warmly received by the aforementioned parties. They entered several Chinese language teaching classrooms and took the chance to show local students the strengths of CUPK with the relevant policies for studying in China.This is the second visit of CUPK leaders to Central Asian countries after their visit to Kazakhstan earlier this year. It is an important step for our university to actively integrate into the national “Belt and Road” initiative for implementing the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s reply to our school’s Central Asian students. The visit is noted for “visiting wide-ranging and high-level institutions, exchanging profound and comprehensive information. It not only deepened our understanding of national education, economic industries, cultural exchanges, and other aspects of Central Asian countries, but also clarified the direction of our school about our cooperation with foreign countries. In addition, this visit serves as a solid step towards establishing our school as a hub for technological innovation and achievement transformation in the Silk Road region, a base for technological and cultural exchange targeting Central Asian countries.

Recently, Li Jun, the president of Karamay Campus of China University of Petroleum (Beijing), led a delegation organized by the Karamay Municipal Government to visit the United States. During the visit, Li Jun and his team were invited to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) and participated in relevant activities of the World Energy Cities Partnership (WECP) and the 42nd CERAWEEK. The head of the Department of Cooperative Development accompanied the delegation.At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Li Jun and his team met with Reitumetse Mabokela, the Vice President for International Affairs and Provost, Sammer Saleh Jones, the Director of International Affairs, Venetria K. Patton, the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the vice dean and professional heads related to the college. During the symposium, Li Jun introduced the school-running situation and international cooperation intentions of the campus. Both sides conducted in-depth discussions on promoting the implementation of the "3+1+1" undergraduate-master joint training agreement signed by the two universities, and reached preliminary cooperation intentions in teacher exchange, student summer camps, and jointly carrying out professional training programs.In Houston, Li Jun and his team participated in the board meeting of the World Energy Cities Partnership, the hydrogen energy-themed dinner of the 42nd CERAWEEK, the "Agora" event, and other activities.The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (abbreviated as UIUC), founded in 1867, is located in the serene twin cities of Urbana-Champaign in Illinois. It is a well-known public research university in the United States. The university is a founding member of the Big Ten Conference and a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), known as the "Public Ivy". Among its alumni and professors, 30 have won the Nobel Prize, and 25 have won the Pulitzer Prize, second only to the University of California, Berkeley, among public universities in the United States. UIUC's engineering programs enjoy a worldwide reputation, with almost all majors ranking in the top ten in the United States.

On the afternoon of March 15, the campus held an online exchange meeting with Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (SKOLTECH) in Russia. Mihail Spasennykh, the director of the Petroleum Science and Engineering Center at Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, and representatives of professors from the center participated in the meeting. Xing Xiaokai, vice president of the campus, attended the meeting, along with responsible persons from the Organization and Personnel Department, Graduate Department, Science, Technology, and Information Department, and Cooperation and Development Department, as well as teachers from relevant colleges. During the meeting, both sides introduced the basic information of their respective institutions and conducted in-depth discussions and exchanges on topics such as teacher exchanges, joint training of graduate students, and joint application for scientific research projects. Mihail Spasennykh expressed that the two universities have many similarities in terms of advantageous disciplines and talent cultivation, and there is broad cooperation space and development prospects. He looked forward to expanding the scope and areas of cooperation through exchanges and cooperation between the two sides to achieve mutual benefit and win-win results. Xing Xiaokai pointed out that this cooperation and exchange with Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology is expected to further enhance and expand educational cooperation between the two institutions and the two countries, promote the sharing and interconnection of international resources, actively explore new paths for cultivating high-level, applied, and international talents in the campus, and contribute educational strength to implementing the national "Belt and Road" cooperation initiative and serving the construction of the core area of the Silk Road Economic Belt in Xinjiang. Both sides reached a consensus that the campus can hire teachers from Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology in Russia to teach short-term courses; can pilot the joint training of graduate students in relevant majors such as petroleum engineering; and can jointly apply for international natural science foundation cooperation projects to jointly produce outstanding talents and scientific and technological achievements. Previously, in order to deeply implement the spirit of President Xi Jinping's reply to Central Asian international students at China University of Petroleum (Beijing) and promote the internationalization work of the campus, an internationalization work symposium was held on March 5. Li Jun, president of the campus, and Xing Xiaokai, vice president, attended the meeting. Responsible persons and teacher representatives from the Teaching Affairs Department, Science, Technology, and Information Department, Cooperation and Development Department, and various colleges participated in the meeting. The participants fully discussed matters related to the implementation of cooperation agreements with Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology in Russia, Satpayev University in Kazakhstan, and other universities, promoting the recruitment and training of international students coming to the campus in 2024, promoting international scientific research cooperation, and piloting the joint training of international students.Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (SKOLTECH), located in Moscow, the capital of Russia, is part of the Skolkovo Innovation Center, known as the "Russian Silicon Valley". It was jointly established by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Skolkovo Foundation in 2011. The university offers fully English-taught programs in petroleum engineering, energy systems, computer science, mathematics and physics, photonics and quantum science, Internet of Things and wireless technology, space engineering systems, life sciences, and materials science.

On January 26th, the China-Kazakhstan University Industry-University-Research-Application Cooperative Matchmaking Conference was held at Xinjiang University. Sun Yao, member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Minister of the Ministry of Education, Darkhan Ahmet-Zaki, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan, Wang Jianxin, member of the Standing Committee of the Autonomous Region Party Committee and Minister of Propaganda, attended the conference and delivered speeches. Vice Chairman of the Autonomous Region Kaysaer Abdukeremu participated in relevant activities. Leaders from 78 universities and 40 enterprises from home and abroad, including Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Tianjin University, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an Technological University, and others, attended the forum. Li Jun, President of the Karamay Campus, the Science, Technology, and Information Department, the Cooperation and Development Department, and relevant teachers also participated in the conference. During the conference, Li Jun represented the campus to participate in the China-Kazakhstan University Scientific and Technological Innovation Achievement Exhibition and introduced the latest scientific and technological achievements of the campus to the leaders and representatives attending the conference. He expressed that he hoped to implement the spirit of the China-Central Asia Summit and the Third Belt and Road International Cooperation High-level Forum through this China-Kazakhstan Industry-University-Research-Application Matchmaking Conference, strengthen cooperation and exchanges with domestic and foreign universities, research institutions, and enterprises in areas such as talent cultivation, scientific research, and teacher-student exchanges, promote the transformation and application of achievements, and drive the high-quality development of the campus. Li Jun presided over and participated in the sub-forum on "University Industry-University-Research-Application Cooperation and Talent Cultivation" at the conference. He stated that the forum was designed with precision and prepared in an orderly manner, aiming to integrate the beneficial experiences and practices of universities in China and Kazakhstan in terms of discipline development, research frontiers, and industry-university-research-application, striving to promote the dissemination of knowledge, collision of ideas, inspiration of wisdom, and deepening of cooperation. Experts and scholars presented excellent academic sessions centering on their respective discipline advantages, research achievements, and good practices in industry-university-research-application, laying a solid foundation for subsequent deep cooperation and exchanges in industry-university-research-application between universities in China and Kazakhstan. The campus was invited to participate in this conference, aiming to implement the important consensus reached by the heads of China and Kazakhstan at the China-Central Asia Summit and the Third Belt and Road International Cooperation High-level Forum through practical actions, strengthen the deep integration and development of industry-university-research-application on the campus, and accelerate the transfer and transformation of important scientific and technological achievements and projects on the campus.

On December 12th, the 2023 Silk Road International Industry-University-Research-Application Cooperative Conference, hosted by the School Planning, Construction and Development Center of the Ministry of Education and co-hosted by the Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education and Northwestern Polytechnical University, opened in Xi'an. More than 200 participants, including Li Xingwang, Vice Chairman of the Shaanxi Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Wu Guoqiang, Deputy Director of the School Planning, Construction and Development Center of the Ministry of Education, Wang Haibo, Deputy Director of the Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education, leaders of education departments and universities in western provinces (autonomous regions), academicians, entrepreneurs, and representatives of universities from China, Russia, Italy, and other countries, attended the conference. President Li Jun of the Karamay Campus led a delegation to attend the conference. The theme of this conference was "Meeting the Silk Road with Smart Manufacturing, Innovating to Shape the Future." It consisted of nine sub-forums on energy and chemical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace, ecological protection in plateau areas and high-quality development in the Yellow River Basin, electronics and science and technology, protection, development and utilization of traditional culture, smart water conservancy and low-carbon energy, urban green development, and safety and emergency management. Our university co-hosted the energy and chemical engineering sub-forum with Xi'an Jiaotong University, and invited Patricia Concepción, a professor at the Spanish Royal Academy of Sciences and mentor for joint postgraduate training, to deliver a special report titled "Catalyst Development through Fundamental Insights."During the conference, participants visited the "International Industry-University-Research-Application Achievement Exhibition" and focused on key issues such as the development of core technologies, the improvement of the efficiency of technological transformation and application, and the cultivation of international scientific and technological talents. They conducted deep discussions and exchanges, pragmatically promoting greater achievements in international cooperation in industry-university-research-application along the Silk Road.