Hefei: An Azerbaijani delegation led by the Rector of Baku State University (BSU), Elchin Babayev, visited the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Hefei, Anhui Province. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held with the Vice Chairman of the University Council of USTC, Congzhao Zhou.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the visit aimed to foster academic and scientific research collaboration between the two universities and to discuss prospects for broader scientific and educational cooperation. Rector Elchin Babayev highlighted the importance of leveraging existing opportunities for joint projects in education and science. In response, Congzhao Zhou emphasized the broad prospects for cooperation between the two institutions.

In conclusion, both parties expressed their willingness to collaborate on joint projects, organize scientific and educational programs, expand opportunities for academic exchange, and establish a coordination group. The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is a leading Chinese institution with a strong global standing. It is ranked 51st in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2nd in the Nature Index, and 131st in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reflecting its strong research focus and status as a major hub for science and innovation.