A key aspect of Prof. Aktota Raimkulova’s visit involved a meeting with Turkic Studies students at the Faculty of Oriental Studies. During this session, Prof. Raimkulova shared information about the foundation’s activities while highlighting the favorable position that ethnic Turkic minorities, such as Tatars and Karaites, have held in Poland for centuries. The students delivered presentations on Novruz celebrations across different Turkic nations, showcasing the holiday’s rich symbolism and varied regional traditions.
The event concluded with a mini-concert featuring a traditional Kazakh instrument, the dombra, performed by Miras Sharipov, which offered attendees a memorable musical experience. Professor Aktota Raimkulova’s visit represented a significant step in fostering academic and cultural cooperation between Poland and Turkic-speaking countries, creating new opportunities for students and researchers.