Kazakhstan's Military University Trains International Officers

National University of Defense in Astana: A Hub for International Military Training Astana, Kazakhstan – The National University of Defense (NUD) in Astana is playing a significant role in training military personnel not only for Kazakhstan but also for several other countries. A recent video by Timur Asylkhanov offers a look inside the institution, revealing details about its curriculum and the international students enrolled. The video features an interview with Colonel Meyirbek Iskenov, who highlights the university's importance in developing high-ranking officers for the Kazakhstani Army. He states, "The faculty of ground forces is one of the main faculties of the National University of Defense. Here, master's students from our country's armed forces are trained, as well as officers from neighboring countries within the framework of international military cooperation." The video also includes an interview with a Major from Uzbekistan, who is currently studying at the NUD. While he declined to disclose his specific position in the Uzbek military, he expressed his readiness to serve his country upon graduation. This exchange underscores the university's contribution to regional stability and cooperation. The presence of international students from countries like South Korea, France, India, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan demonstrates the NUD's growing influence as a center for military education and exchange. This collaboration fosters mutual understanding and strengthens regional security partnerships.