The conference will be held from June 29 to July 02, 2026, and will be hosted at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, one of the leading research universities in Central Asia.
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University is a nationally and internationally recognized academic institution with a strong tradition in fundamental and applied research. The university plays a key role in advancing scientific excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international academic partnerships, particularly in the fields of geospatial sciences, environmental studies, and sustainable development. Its modern infrastructure and academic environment provide an excellent setting for high-level scientific exchange.
The conference will take place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the country’s largest city and a major scientific, educational, and cultural center of Central Asia. Almaty is known for its dynamic academic community, well-developed infrastructure, and unique location at the foothills of the Tien Shan mountains. The city offers a rich cultural heritage, diverse natural landscapes, and a welcoming environment for international visitors, making it an ideal venue for an international academic conference.
Detailed information regarding the specific conference facilities, accommodation options, transportation, and local arrangements will be announced and updated on the conference website as it becomes available.
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University is a nationally and internationally recognized academic institution with a strong tradition in fundamental and applied research. The university plays a key role in advancing scientific excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international academic partnerships, particularly in the fields of geospatial sciences, environmental studies, and sustainable development. Its modern infrastructure and academic environment provide an excellent setting for high-level scientific exchange.
The conference will take place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the country’s largest city and a major scientific, educational, and cultural center of Central Asia. Almaty is known for its dynamic academic community, well-developed infrastructure, and unique location at the foothills of the Tien Shan mountains. The city offers a rich cultural heritage, diverse natural landscapes, and a welcoming environment for international visitors, making it an ideal venue for an international academic conference.
Detailed information regarding the specific conference facilities, accommodation options, transportation, and local arrangements will be announced and updated on the conference website as it becomes available.
DATE & VENUE
June 29 (Monday) 2026, Аlmaty
All day
Arrival of guests and participants
June 30 (Tuesday) 2026, Аlmaty
Venue: Al-Farabi Library, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, 4th floor, Hall
09:00–09:30
Registration
09:00-10:00
Poster Exhibition
10:00–11:10
Conference Opening Ceremony
Moderator: Shokparova Dana,
Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory on Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Welcome speech by the leaders
Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory on Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Welcome speech by the leaders
10:10–11:00
Plenary Session
Moderator: Shokparova Dana,
Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory on Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Keynote Speech by the experts
Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory on Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Keynote Speech by the experts
11:00-11:15
Group Photo
11.15-11.30
Coffee Break
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SECTIONAL SESSIONS/
PARALLEL SESSIONS
PARALLEL SESSIONS
11:30-16:30
Section 1.
Remote sensing of ecosystems and environment
4th floor, Conference Hall №409
Remote sensing of ecosystems and environment
4th floor, Conference Hall №409
Moderators:
Kun Tan, East China Normal University, China
Zelang Miao, Central South University, China
Kun Tan, East China Normal University, China
Zelang Miao, Central South University, China
11:30-16:30
Section 2.
Agricultural, water resources monitoring and Big Geospatial Data
4th floor, Conference Hall №408
Agricultural, water resources monitoring and Big Geospatial Data
4th floor, Conference Hall №408
Moderators:
Sanim Bissenbayeva, China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application, Kazakhstan
Alim Samat, Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, China
Sanim Bissenbayeva, China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application, Kazakhstan
Alim Samat, Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, China
13:00-14:30
Lunch
14:30-16:30
Section 3.
Remote sensing of natural hazards
3th floor, Conference Hall №308
Remote sensing of natural hazards
3th floor, Conference Hall №308
Moderators:
Nurmakhambet Sydyk, Institute of Ionosphere LPP, Kazakhstan
Hongjun Su, Hohai University, China
Nurmakhambet Sydyk, Institute of Ionosphere LPP, Kazakhstan
Hongjun Su, Hohai University, China
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WORKSHOP
14:30-16:30
Workshop 1
3th floor, Conference Hall №303
3th floor, Conference Hall №303
Moderator: Sicong Liu (Professor, Tongji University)
Agenda: Change Detection in Multi-temporal Remote Sensing Imagery: Principles and Current Developments
Agenda: Change Detection in Multi-temporal Remote Sensing Imagery: Principles and Current Developments
14:30-16:30
Workshop 2
China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application 17/19
China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application 17/19
Moderator: Maulen Mustafayev (Drone Pilot Academy - Aerial Solutions)
Agenda: Application of Drones in Various Fields
Agenda: Application of Drones in Various Fields
16:30-17:00
Summary and Closing Remarks
Moderators:
Jilili Abuduwaili, Prof. Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography Chinese Academy of Sciences
Shokparova Dana, Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Agenda: Summary reports from section moderators, adoption of the conference resolution and closing remarks. Official Closing
Jilili Abuduwaili, Prof. Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography Chinese Academy of Sciences
Shokparova Dana, Director of the China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory for Remote Sensing Technology and Application
Agenda: Summary reports from section moderators, adoption of the conference resolution and closing remarks. Official Closing
17:00-18:00
Campus tour
Farabi Hub, Robotics Center, RST&A, Supercomputer
Farabi Hub, Robotics Center, RST&A, Supercomputer
18.30
Dinner
July 1 (Wednesday) 2026, Аlmaty
Venue: Institute of Ionosphere, Almaty, Kamenskoye Plateau,
Gardening Association "Ionosfera" 117
09:30–10:00
Registration
10:00–12:00
Round Table
Moderator: Nurmakhambet Sydyk (Institute of Ionosphere)
Agenda: Environmental Sustainability of Central Asia under Climate Change: From Glaciers to Deserts
Agenda: Environmental Sustainability of Central Asia under Climate Change: From Glaciers to Deserts
Venue: Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, China-Kazakhstan Joint Laboratory on Remote Sensing Technology and Application 17/19
09:30–10:00
Registration
10:00–12:00
Workshop 3
Moderator: Gainel Ussatayeva (Director of Centre on Bioethics, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University)
Agenda: Ethical issues in AI
Agenda: Ethical issues in AI
12:30-13:30
Lunch
FIELD AND CULTURAL PROGRAM
Venue: Institute of Ionosphere, Kamenskoye Plateau, Gardening Association "Ionosfera" 117
13:30-16:00
Excursion to the Orbita Radiopolygon
July 2 (Thursday) 2026, Аlmaty
09:00–09:30
Departure of guests and participants
CONTACT INFORMATION
Kazakhstan Side:
Contact: Sanim Bissenbayeva
Email: bysenbaeva.sanym1@kaznu.kz
Tel: 8 (727) 377-33-30
Contact: Sanim Bissenbayeva
Email: bysenbaeva.sanym1@kaznu.kz
Tel: 8 (727) 377-33-30
China Side:
Contact: Dong Tong
Email: dongtong@ms.xjb.ac.cn
Tel: +86-18146402177
Contact: Dong Tong
Email: dongtong@ms.xjb.ac.cn
Tel: +86-18146402177
