Azizi Foundation steps in to fund Afghan students at American University of Central Asia in Kyrgyzstan
'It was a warm and uplifting event,' added the Azizi Group and Azizi Foundation founder. 'I encouraged the students to pursue their goals, to respect the laws of their host country, and above all, to remain engaged with their homeland - Afghanistan. Their optimism and resilience left a deep impression on me.'
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