43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand: figures and events

In ancient Samarkand, at the crossroads of cultures and civilizations, on October 30, the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference begins - a historical event that for the first time in For the last forty years, it has been taking place outside the organization's headquarters in Paris and for the first time in Central Asia. The holding of such a large-scale forum in Uzbekistan is recognition of the growing role of the country in international cultural and humanitarian cooperation and a symbol of its contribution to the preservation and promotion of world heritage.

The session coincides with the 80th anniversary of the founding of UNESCO and will become one of the largest international forums in the history of the region. The conference is attended by more than 2,800 representatives from 190 member states and international organizations, including about 70 high-ranking officials.

The President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vucic and the President of the Slovak Republic Peter Pellegrini, who are on a visit to Uzbekistan, will take part in the opening ceremony as honored guests.

Particular attention is drawn to the participation of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who will make a speech at the opening ceremony. As part of the forum, the head of state will also hold bilateral meetings with the President of Slovakia, Peter Pellegrini, and the Director General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay.

The forum program promises to be busy: in total, more than 150 events are planned, including over 20 initiatives put forward by Uzbekistan. They cover issues of education, science, cultural heritage, ethics of artificial intelligence and sustainable development.

More than 500 journalists from leading global and national media will follow the 43rd session. All necessary conditions have been created for their work in Samarkand.

The holding of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand is not just a diplomatic success, but also a symbol of a new stage in the international recognition of Uzbekistan. The city, which was once the center of science, art and education of the East, is once again becoming a global platform for dialogue of cultures and ideas, reflecting the spirit of the Third Renaissance and the country’s desire to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation for the sake of a sustainable future for humanity.

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