On the afternoon of March 2, 2026, a regular Board meeting of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation was held in the city of Kokand. The meeting was attended by the heads of state, private, and foreign higher education institutions of the republic, as well as the leadership of the Ministry’s central office and affiliated organizations. The meeting was chaired by Minister Qo‘ng‘irotboy Sharipov.

During the meeting, priority tasks for 2026, the implementation of state programs, reforms in vocational and higher education, scientific and innovative activities, and issues related to ensuring graduate employment were discussed.