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A delegation from Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) visited Tbilisi State University. During the visit, the two universities signed a memorandum of understanding on bilateral cooperation, which aims to strengthen academic, cultural and scientific ties.
The Chinese delegation was led by Professor Zhao Gang, the vice president of BFSU. The delegation included Su Yingying, dean of the School of Asian Studies, and Yuen Po, director of the Georgian Language Teaching and Research Office.
Within the framework of the memorandum, TSU and BFSU agreed to implement joint research projects and exchange programs for students and academic staff, as well as joint scientific and publishing activities.
During the meeting, Academician Jaba Samushia noted that TSU graduates currently play a significant role in shaping the country’s political, economic and cultural landscape. TSU is a place where languages are not only an academic discipline, but also a bridge between peoples. “I am glad that our cooperation with Beijing Foreign Studies University will further strengthen this aspiration and contribute to the international popularization of the Georgian language and culture,” said Academician Jaba Samushia.
Professor Zhao Gang said that the opening of the Georgian Language Department at Peking University highlights the continued importance of languages as tools for intercultural dialogue. “Even in the era of artificial intelligence, learning foreign languages is still very important. Thanks to this partnership, our students will have the opportunity to continue their studies at TSU,” he added.
Founded in 1941, Beijing Foreign Studies University is now considered one of the leading teaching and research centers in the field of foreign languages. The university offers programs in more than 67 languages, including Georgian. The Georgian bachelor's program was established in 2015 and currently has 14 students enrolled. A Georgian lecturer, who is a TSU graduate. is involved in teaching the program.
