From ONU to the Diplomatic Service: Students Meet Ukraine’s Ambassador to Türkiye, Nariman Dzhelyal

On November 4, 2026, students of the Faculty of International Relations, Media and Socio-Political Studies at Odesa I. I. Mechnikov National University met with Nariman Dzhelyal, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Türkiye. Approximately 100 students from the Faculty attended the meeting.

The event was particularly significant because the Ambassador is an ONU alumnus: in 2005, he graduated from the University with a degree in Political Science. His professional journey demonstrates how university education and civic commitment can provide a foundation for serving one's country at the diplomatic level.

The discussion focused on the strategic importance of Ukrainian–Turkish relations, security in the Black Sea region, and career opportunities for future international relations professionals. Students also had the opportunity to ask the Ambassador questions.