Baku: On April 7, Baku Slavic University (BSU) will host the International Conference on Turkological Studies dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the First Turkology Congress. The conference is organized by BSU.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the main objective of the conference is to create an international academic platform for scholarly discussion on the historical stages of development and modern directions of Turkology. It also aims to explore current issues related to Turkic languages, literature, history, ethnography, and the cultural identity of Turkic peoples.

The conference seeks to foster academic dialogue on topical issues of Turkology, strengthen scholarly cooperation among Turkic peoples, and identify common research directions. Additionally, it will provide a scientifically grounded assessment of contemporary challenges and future prospects for the development of Turkic languages.

The deadline for paper submission is March 6, 2026.