The International Conference "The Role of Information and Communication Technologies, Science and Planning in Improving Quality of Education" opened in the city of Turkmenbashi on December 1.

The forum is attended by experts and representatives of various agencies of the United Nations on education, science and culture, the European Center of UNESCO for higher education and the regional office of this organization in Bangkok, as well as experts in the field of education from Europe, Asia and America.

The conference program is designed for three days and includes sessions and round tables on topical issues of information and communication technologies in education, familiarization with best international practices in this area, as well as the study of positive experience of Turkmenistan and priorities for further development of fruitful partnerships.

The conference also provides for a cultural program, including seeing the facilities of the national tourist zone Avaza being built on the Caspian Sea coast.