Students Explore Engineering and Nuclear Technology Frontiers through Cultural Exchange
PUST Hosts Bangladesh-Russia Nuclear and Tech Exchange
- PUST hosts 20 Russian and Bangladeshi students for a tech and cultural exchange
- Discussions highlight future cooperation in nuclear energy, science, and education
- Event features language exchange, campus tour, and international networking
Promoting science, technology, advanced engineering, and international collaboration in nuclear energy and online academic systems, a unique cultural tea session was held at Pabna University of Science and Technology (PUST). Titled "Bridging Borders: Nuclear Power Challenges and Prospects of Bangladesh and Russia", the event was jointly organized by PUST and the Information Center on Nuclear Energy, Ishwardi. The program brought together 20 visiting students from Russia and native PUST students, moderated by Md. Ashik Haider and Md. Ahsan Habib.
On 6 August, Sunday morning, the moderators introduced the honorable guests and outlined the event's objectives. Professor Dr. Abul Hasnat Md. Shamim, Vice-Chancellor of PUST, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Special Guests included Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam, Treasurer Professor Dr. Md. Shamim Ahsan, and Anastasia Bazhenova from the HR Management Department at JSC Atomstroyexport's Bangladesh branch. The session was chaired by Professor Dr. Md. Anwar Hossain, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, with Professor Dr. Md. Shamim Reza, Dean of the Faculty of Science, serving as Co-Chair.
In their opening speeches, the guests highlighted the importance of student exchanges, cultural understanding, and joint ventures in scientific and technological domains. A language exchange session followed, allowing Bangladeshi and Russian students to learn key phrases from each other's native tongues. Participants then engaged in discussions covering educational frameworks, technological trends, and the strategic potential of nuclear power collaboration.
The interactive tea session allowed participants to converse directly about everyday culture, followed by a guided tour of the PUST campus for the visiting delegation. The program concluded with a group photo session. Organizers stated that such initiatives strengthen bilateral friendship and build a solid foundation for future cooperation in science, technology, and engineering.
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