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Professor Zurab Khonelidze and Associate Professor Gela Tsaava conducted an official visit to the Republic of Poland with the primary purpose of presenting the monograph "Georgian Paradigm of Peace" by Professor Zurab Khonelidze. The focus of the visit was Calisia University in Kalisz, Poland. The presentation centered around the innovative concept of "University Diplomacy" explored in the monograph.

This visit was facilitated within the framework of the EU grant project (Erasmus+), emphasizing study mobility as an opportunity to exchange experiences and analyze the expansion of existing cooperation, especially in the realm of scientific research. As part of the official visit, an introductory meeting took place with the Rector of Calisia University, Dr. Andrej Wojtyla, Vice-Rector Dr. Tatiana Manasterska, and other university professors. This initiative not only broadens the horizons of the "Georgian Paradigm of Peace" but also fosters international collaboration in the academic and scientific spheres.

Professor Zurab Khonelidze delivered a presentation on "University Diplomacy" as outlined in the monograph "Georgian Paradigm of Peace." During the address, he elaborated on the idea, goals, and potential implementation of this concept, highlighting its role in resolving ethnic and political conflicts between states and reinforcing regional security. The report emphasized that the concept has garnered significant interest from various countries and higher education institutions worldwide, leading to the creation of specialized lecture courses.

Professor Khonelidze mentioned that the concept has particularly intrigued academic circles in Israel, several European states, and Turkey. Additionally, the monograph has been translated into Bulgarian, with plans for publication in Polish, Italian, and Turkish languages in the near future. The meeting at Calisia University in Poland underscored the positive reception of the concept of "University diplomacy" within the academic community. Calisia University's Rector, Andriy Wojtyla, expressed a clear interest in developing and implementing the concept within the university environment.

The host party at Calisia University fully embraced the core meaning of the "University Diplomacy" concept, emphasizing the importance of teaching peace and creating a new political space. They found the presented idea intriguing, recognizing its potential to fundamentally change the existing approach to conflict settlement. Dr. Wojtyla expressed that, unfortunately, politicians may not always rely on the results of scientific studies due to their focus on the short-term political cycle and subsequent elections.

During the meeting, representatives from both universities exchanged experiences and shared innovative ideas. There was a mutual expression of desire and readiness to further develop and deepen cooperation between the partner universities.

Professor Zurab Khonelidze and Associate Professor Gela Tsaava had the opportunity to closely observe the working environment and conditions of teachers and scientists at Calisia University over several days. They visited the laboratories, libraries, and simulation centers of various faculties, including polytechnic, medicine, and social sciences. Rector Andrei Wojtyla personally invited Professor Zurab Khonelidze to an international scientific conference on "Family Health in Wartime and Emergency Situations," scheduled to take place at Calisia University in May 2023. This invitation reflects the commitment to ongoing collaboration and academic exchange between the two institutions.

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