On May 19, in London, the Education World Forum hosted a high-level panel discussion titled “What are the challenges and opportunities that arise from digital transition in education?” as part of its parallel session 4b. Among the key speakers was Azat Atayev, Deputy Minister of Education of Turkmenistan.
The session brought together prominent education leaders including Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education of Ghana; Sabrina Capasso, Director General of the Ministry of Education and Merit of Italy; and Mike Trucano, Senior Advisor on AI in Education at the Education Observatory, who served as the session’s moderator.
In his address, Deputy Minister Atayev emphasized Turkmenistan’s commitment to advancing digital transformation in education, outlining national initiatives focused on the development of digital content, the integration of artificial intelligence in the learning process, and the establishment of a unified national education platform. He highlighted the importance of using data-driven approaches to personalize learning and enhance teaching methodologies.
Atayev also underscored the key role of partnerships—both public and private—in ensuring a successful and sustainable digital transition. He noted that Turkmenistan has established an advisory council involving leaders and experts from private educational institutions to support decision-making and capacity building.
The session also addressed the ethical implications of AI in education, the need for inclusive and safe digital environments, and the adoption of international frameworks. Atayev reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s alignment with global standards such as UNESCO’s recommendations and OECD principles on digital education.
The panel drew strong interest from forum participants representing over 100 countries and contributed meaningfully to the global dialogue on building resilient, inclusive, and innovative education systems in the digital era.
Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan
