Erzurum Technical University (ETU) held significant meetings at the CACIE-CEE 2026 events, held in Beijing from 28 to 31 October 2026, as part of its efforts to expand its international academic network.

In line with its internationalisation objectives, Erzurum Technical University continues to enhance its presence and visibility in the global higher education landscape. Prof. Dr. Eyüphan MANAY, Coordinator of the ETU International Relations Office, participated in the China Annual Conference & Expo for International Education (CACIE) 2026 and the China Education Expo (CEE) 2026, held in Beijing, the capital of the People’s Republic of China, from 28 to 31 October 2026.

As one of the leading international platforms for education, CACIE brought together higher education institutions, education administrators, academics, and international education organisations from different countries at its 27th edition this year. The event addressed a wide range of topics, including higher education, vocational education, basic education, digital education, and international cooperation, while bilateral meetings provided a valuable platform for exploring new partnerships.

Throughout the event, Prof. Dr. Eyüphan MANAY met with representatives of universities and higher education institutions from various countries. The discussions focused on ETU’s vision for internationalisation, its educational and research activities, and potential areas for academic cooperation. Key areas highlighted during the bilateral meetings included:

• Student and staff mobility
• Joint research activities
• Academic exchange programmes
• Opportunities for developing joint projects
• Institutional cooperation models

The participation of thousands of education representatives from more than 70 countries and regions once again demonstrated the importance of the event in the field of international education. The meetings held in Beijing are expected to contribute to expanding ETU’s international academic network and fostering sustainable partnerships with universities in different parts of the world.

In line with its internationalisation strategy, ETU remains committed to strengthening its relations with higher education institutions across different regions of the world, creating new international opportunities for its students and staff, and developing high-quality global partnerships in the fields of education and research.