On January 8, 2016, Khazar University hosted a meeting with the staff members of the US embassy in Baku for the purpose of exploring cooperation opportunities. Cultural Affairs Officer Amy Petersen, Grants Manager Nigar Aliyeva, and Education Specialist Ramina Murshudova were met by President Hassan Niknafs, Vice President Mahammad Nuriyev and Mukhtar Hajizada, Head of the Department of Political Science and International Relations Department. During the meeting, the Embassy officers informed the members of Khazar University about the various programs currently available for Azerbaijani nationals. President Niknafs informed the education specialists of the US embassy about Khazar University’s facilities for hosting international scholars and students.