On November 9, 2026, KazGASA welcomed an official delegation from Japan’s Saga University, led by its President, Professor Koichi Node. The delegation also included Professor Susumu Mitsutake, Special Assistant to the President and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture; Associate Professor Tomo Higashide from the Center for Promotion of International Exchange; and Hiromi Yada, Head of the Office of International Planning.

As part of the visit, an official meeting was held between the delegation and the leadership of KazGASA. The parties discussed prospects for further developing bilateral cooperation, expanding academic ties, and implementing joint educational and research initiatives.

Saga University is a strategic partner of KazGASA. Cooperation between the two institutions dates back to 2018, when a memorandum of cooperation was signed at the faculty level. Over the years, the partnership has developed through practical academic initiatives. KazGASA students have completed semester-long study programmes at Saga University under academic mobility arrangements, gaining exposure to Japan’s higher education system and valuable international academic experience.

The key highlight of the meeting was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between KazGASA and Saga University. This agreement marks a new chapter in bilateral relations, elevating cooperation from the faculty level to the university-wide level and establishing a broader framework for systematic collaboration between the two institutions.

During the negotiations, particular attention was given to expanding academic mobility opportunities for students and faculty members, exploring the development and implementation of dual-degree programmes, and advancing joint research and educational projects. The parties also discussed opportunities to deepen academic exchange, strengthen research collaboration, and expand international educational opportunities.

The transition to university-level cooperation opens up new prospects for combining the educational and research potential of KazGASA and Saga University. It also creates additional opportunities to develop international academic connections, facilitate professional exchange, and train specialists equipped to meet contemporary global demands.

Following the official meeting, the Japanese delegation took part in an introductory tour of the KazGASA campus. The guests visited academic facilities and research laboratories, where they learned about their activities, modern equipment, educational processes, and research capabilities.

The visit of the Saga University delegation and the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding mark an important milestone in strengthening KazGASA’s international cooperation. Expanding the strategic partnership with the Japanese university opens up new opportunities for academic mobility, joint research, and further integration into the international higher education landscape.