"Uzbekistan – Finland Cooperation Developing on New Trends"
February 23 , 2023
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During "Finland Education Night" at NIU, key agreements were signed to strengthen Uzbekistan-Finland cooperation.
🌍 The "Finland Education Night" was held at Nordic International University.
🤝 Key agreements signed during the event:
✅ A cooperation agreement between Nordic International University and Karelia University of Applied Sciences
✅ A Memorandum of Understanding between the Finnish National Agency for Education and UNICEF Uzbekistan Office
🎉 Additionally, the grand opening ceremony of the "Finnish Language and Culture Center" took place at the university.
📰 You can read more about the event’s purpose, its role in advancing Uzbekistan-Finland cooperation, and participants’ insights in the 37th issue of "Xalq So‘zi" newspaper, published on February 23.
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Nordikda amaliy dars va yangi ilmiy nashr taqdimoti!
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Taqdimotda kitob loyihasi rahbari, filologiya fanlari bo‘yicha falsafa doktori, xitoyshunos olima Muxlisa Sobirova hamda Nordik ustozi, tahrir hay’ati a’zosi Yulduz Ortiqova magistr talabalarga batafsil ma’lumotlar berishdi.
Muhammadjon Obidov: Lessons of Investigative Journalism
“A journalist must stay away from bribery and corruption. A journalist has both power and opportunity — but must never use the pen for revenge. This profession is about serving justice with integrity.”
The veteran journalist spoke about his impactful investigative works carried out during his career at Axborot Directorate, O‘zbekiston ovozi, Farg‘ona haqiqati, Ferganskaya Pravda editorial offices, and the National News Agency of Uzbekistan (UzA). He shared vivid examples of their results, consequences, and influence.
Students analyzed articles, watched video materials, and explored the challenges, risks, courage, and responsibility behind each investigation through powerful examples.
Quotes:
• A journalist relies on facts, not on noise.
• Investigation is courage — but every word carries responsibility.
• Maintaining impartiality amid conflicting interests is the mark of true professionalism.
• Every piece must have its own style, not follow a template.
• It is truth, not propaganda, that makes a journalist strong.
Muhammadjon Obidov, who has visited nearly 40 countries during his career, also shared his experiences as the author of several books such as Fergana Journalism and The Journalist’s Investigation. He donated some of his key works to the Nordic Library as a gift for journalism students.
This meeting gave students a broad understanding of the past, present, and future prospects of journalism. The mentor emphasized one particular piece of advice:
“Train a student. Knowledge and experience should not end with you — let them live on in others.”
Successful Defense Presentations at the NIU Council
Independent researcher of Nordic International University, Jasurbek Alimardon o‘g‘li Turg‘unov, presented the essence of his dissertation on the topic “Assessment of the Impact of Industrial Enterprises’ Development on the Environment”, prepared under the supervision of Doctor of Economics, Professor Sherzod Mustafakulov. He thoroughly discussed the relevance of the topic, the scientific conclusions obtained during the research process, and the developed theoretical and practical recommendations, giving comprehensive answers to all questions.
In addition, Aziza Baxrom qizi Mirzarakhimova’s dissertation on “Research on New Technological Approaches to Improving the Electronic Health System” was actively discussed.
Both candidates successfully defended their dissertations and were awarded the PhD degree.
Youth Diplomacy: OSCE Special Representative Visits Nordic!
Mr. Leinonen met with students and encouraged them to take an active role in efforts to ensure sustainable peace and security.
The distinguished guest shared the outcomes of the Youth Forum held under the OSCE Chairmanship in Helsinki in July 2025.
He also spoke about Finland’s advanced experience in youth cooperation, the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) Roadmap, and the process of developing national action plans.
During the meeting, guests were also introduced to the results of joint education programs and work and travel initiatives implemented between Nordic International University and Finnish higher education institutions.
Students expressed their views on the role of youth in strengthening peace, dialogue, and mutual respect.
The meeting served as an open platform for young people to engage in global dialogue, diplomacy, and peacebuilding.