Baku:Ambassador Kestutis Vaškelevicius has announced that approximately 400 Azerbaijani students are currently pursuing their studies in Lithuania. This statement was made during his address at the ‘Study in Europe’ exhibition held in Baku.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, eight Lithuanian universities and colleges are participating in this year’s exhibition in Baku. These institutions offer a wide range of educational programs, particularly in fields such as biotechnology, laser technologies, and sports.
The ambassador highlighted that Lithuania hosts over 16,000 foreign students, a number that is steadily increasing. He emphasized the role of innovation in Lithuania’s economic transformation over the last thirty years, with a focus on areas like artificial intelligence and FinTech.
Lithuanian universities provide more than 500 programs in English across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, offering significant opportunities for international students. The ambassador encouraged Azerbaijani students, their families, and educational institutions to explore these opportunities.