ArmInfo. High technologies have a great future in Armenia. Japanese scientist, professor at the Carnegie Mellon University of the United States Takeo Kanade, who on the eve became the winner of the state award of Armenia Global IT Award - 2019, said this during a meeting with President of the Republic of Armenia Armen Sarkissian.
According to the official statement of the head of state, expressing gratitude for the high appreciation of his work, Takeo Kanade said he was impressed by Armenia and the Armenians. In particular, he drew attention to the fact that in Armenia, as in Japan, parents attach particular importance to ensuring that their children receive a good education.
According to the source, during the meeting the interlocutors discussed the possibilities of cooperation in the field of innovative technologies, scientific and educational programs and student exchange programs.
President Sarkissian invited Professor Kanade to participate in the "Armenian Summit of Mindes" next year, the main topics of which will be the geopolitical realities of the 21st century, new technologies and the impact of artificial intelligence.