Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar’s Participation in an International Innovation Competition and Conference in China
In October 2025, Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar, a student of Andijan State Technical Institute, took part in a series of high-profile international academic and innovation events held in the People’s Republic of China. His participation marked an important milestone in his academic and professional development, while also highlighting the growing international engagement of Uzbek students in global innovation platforms.
On October 13, 2025, the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition brought together nearly 500 teams from different countries, creating a highly competitive environment focused on innovation, engineering creativity, and technological solutions. Among the finalists of this large-scale international competition was Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar, who successfully advanced through multiple stages and ultimately earned the Silver Award (2nd place). This result demonstrated Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar’s strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to perform at a high level in an international setting.
The achievement of Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar attracted particular attention due to the scale and prestige of the competition. Reaching the final stage and receiving a Silver Award in a contest of this magnitude was recognized as a significant accomplishment, reflecting both individual capability and the increasing competitiveness of students from Uzbekistan and Central Asia on the global stage.
During the competition, Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar actively engaged in academic and professional exchanges with representatives of leading Chinese universities. In particular, discussions with professors from Shanghai Jiao Tong University focused on innovation-driven education, research collaboration, and future opportunities for international cooperation. These interactions contributed to strengthening academic ties and expanding professional networks at the international level.
Following the competition, on October 18, 2025, an international conference dedicated to the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition was held at Northwest Agriculture and Forest University in Shaanxi Province, China. The conference gathered participants from Central Asian countries as well as representatives from several other regions, serving as a platform for dialogue on student innovation, education, and international collaboration.
At the conference, team leaders from five countries were invited to speak as official speakers. Representing Uzbekistan, Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar participated as a speaker and delivered a presentation focused on the competition experience and its broader academic significance. In his speech, Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar provided insights into the innovation process, shared reflections on international academic cooperation, and highlighted the achievements of Andijan State Technical Institute in engineering education. Special emphasis was placed on the institute’s role in preparing highly qualified engineers and its standing among the leading engineering higher education institutions in Uzbekistan.
One of the most notable initiatives voiced during the conference was proposed by Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar—the idea of organizing the Central Asian stage of the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition in Uzbekistan in the coming year. This proposal generated strong interest among participants and organizers, who viewed it as a promising step toward enhancing regional cooperation, increasing student mobility, and strengthening innovation ecosystems across Central Asia.
The international activities of Ostanaqulov Xojiakbar in China reflect his active involvement in global innovation processes, his confidence in international academic communication, and his growing professional presence on the global stage. His participation in both the competition and the conference stands as a clear example of how young specialists from Uzbekistan are increasingly contributing to international innovation and academic dialogue.