The President of the ECO Educational Institute (ECOEI), Prof. Dr. Mehmet Akif Kireçci, paid a visit to Prof. Dr. Gülçin Yahya Kaçar, Rector of Ankara Music and Fine Arts University (MGÜ), at the university's campus in Ankara.
The meeting focused on the role of arts education in strengthening cultural ties among ECO member states. The discussions touched on the deep musical and artistic traditions that connect the peoples of the ECO region, from the maqam-based musical systems to the storytelling traditions of wandering minstrels. The two sides noted that arts education can serve as a bridge between cultures, fostering mutual understanding among young people across member states. Both sides exchanged views on possible areas of cooperation, including joint workshops and initiatives to preserve and promote the shared musical and artistic heritage of the region.