International Symposium Dedicated to Al-Farabi’s Legacy Held

On November 6, 2026, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University hosted the International Symposium “Philosophy. Virtue. Future” in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Dedicated to the philosophical and scientific legacy of Abu Nasr Al-Farabi, the symposium brought together more than 150 scholars, researchers, and representatives of international organizations from Kazakhstan and abroad. Participants discussed the contemporary relevance of Al-Farabi’s intellectual heritage, ethical values, intercultural dialogue, and the development of philosophical thought.

A significant outcome of the symposium was the granting of ICESCO representative office status to the Department of Religious and Cultural Studies at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. The event contributed to promoting Al-Farabi’s intellectual legacy and strengthening international academic cooperation.