Salzburg, Austria / Klagenfurt, Austria – 12.05.2026 – The ETCOP Institute is pleased to announce an important international exchange meeting between its President, Prof. Dr. Alp T. Erkollar, and Şükrüye Bayar, Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in Salzburg.
Prof. Dr. Erkollar had the honor of visiting the Turkish Consulate General in Salzburg on May 7, 2026, for an in-depth exchange on international cooperation, research, innovation, and future-oriented initiatives. The meeting focused on the global research and cooperation activities of the ETCOP Institutes, which are now active across six continents through interdisciplinary initiatives in the fields of education, digital transformation, innovation, and applied research.
Strengthening International Cooperation and Innovation
Together, Consul General Bayar and Prof. Dr. Erkollar discussed several future-oriented topics, including:
- Digital Transformation and IT Security for businesses and institutions
- International Education and global adaptation strategies
- Integration projects and research initiatives within the State of Salzburg
- Collaboration opportunities for ETCOP as a multinational institute within the European Union
The discussions highlighted the growing importance of international academic and institutional cooperation in addressing current societal and technological challenges in an interconnected world.
Expanding Synergies Across Borders
Through its international network and interdisciplinary research activities, ETCOP RESEARCH continues to foster collaboration between academia, industry, public institutions, and international stakeholders worldwide. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening dialogue, innovation, and sustainable international partnerships between Austria and Türkiye. ETCOP RESEARCH looks forward to further deepening the synergies and cooperation opportunities discussed during the meeting in Austria and beyond. “We highly appreciate the warm hospitality and the inspiring exchange with Consul General Bayar. International dialogue and cooperation play an important role in developing sustainable research and innovation initiatives with meaningful societal impact,” said Prof. Dr. Alptekin Erkollar following the meeting.
ETCOP RESEARCH also expresses its sincere appreciation to Consul General Bayar for her gracious hospitality, valuable insights, and inspiring conversation.
