The official visit of the delegation of Kutaisi International University (KIU) to Munich is ongoing, with meetings hosted by one of Europe’s leading technology hubs, the Technical University of Munich (TUM), a strategic partner of KIU.

According to the university, the KIU delegation includes Acting Rector, Director of Kutaisi University City Vakhtang Tsagareli, Chairman of the Board of the “Cartu” Foundation Nikoloz Chkhetiani,  KIU Chancellor Levan Kopaliani, and Head of International Relations Marian Naneishvili.

During the visit, KIU leaders met with TUM President Professor Thomas Hofmann to discuss expanding the partnership between the institutions. The sides agreed to move toward a broader model of strategic cooperation, including joint research, participation in international academic projects, and expanded exchange programs for students and academic staff.

TUM expressed readiness to further support KIU’s development, including strengthening academic programs through the involvement of German professors, which is expected to align teaching with European standards and introduce new methodologies.

As part of the program, the delegation also visited the Garching campus and several research centers, including facilities of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences, focusing on advanced technologies and scientific innovation.

In addition, KIU signed a cooperation agreement with the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich to implement joint educational and research initiatives in the field of law.

The delegation also held meetings with representatives of TUM academic units and discussed cooperation prospects with the Bavarian Ministry of European Affairs, focusing on strengthening educational and scientific ties.