Kazakhstan and Israel discussed universities and internships in July 2026

On 8 July 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Israel, Daulet Yemberdiyev, met Abai Rakhmet, acting chair of the board of the Center for International Programs. They discussed academic ties between Kazakhstan and Israel, including cooperation with Tel Aviv University, the Bolashak programme and opportunities for Kazakhstani specialists to study. 1

Following the meeting, both sides confirmed their willingness to continue cooperation. The statement did not announce a new programme, agreement or call for applications. 1

What they discussed

The embassy’s statement describes plans to develop cooperation with Tel Aviv University and expand collaboration under Bolashak. The meeting also covered further opportunities for Kazakhstani specialists to study, and scientific and educational ties between the countries. 1

What is known about participation in Bolashak

Tel Aviv University is on the programme’s list of recommended foreign universities. Inclusion on the list does not guarantee admission or a scholarship. Each category of applicants has its own requirements. 1 2

According to the embassy, 145 Kazakhstani specialists have studied or completed research internships in Israel over the years that Bolashak and the Research Internships programme have operated. This figure covers both programmes and is not broken down by university, year or field of study. 1