A delegation headed by Rector of Baku State University (BSU) Elchin Babayev visited Tongzhi University in Shanghai, People's Republic of China (PRC).

A Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the two universities was signed at the meeting. According to the memorandum, at the initial stage it is planned to exchange students, as well as short-term and long-term internships of doctoral students.

The agreement stipulates that the next stage will involve the exchange of students at the master's and bachelor's levels. Integration is planned in basic sciences, including physics, chemistry, mathematics, materials science, engineering and artificial intelligence, as well as the development and implementation of dual degree programmes.

The memorandum also provides for the exchange of scientific staff and researchers. This will ensure further expansion of bilateral ties.