Uzbekistan’s Delegation Participates in the 52nd Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers

On October 17–18, 2026, a delegation of the Republic of Uzbekistan led by First Deputy Foreign Minister Bakhromjon Aloyev participated in the 52nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Baghdad.

The session addressed pressing issues on the international and regional agenda, including maintaining peace and security, resolving conflicts, combating terrorism, and strengthening cooperation among OIC member states.

In his address, Bakhromjon Aloyev emphasized the importance of strengthening dialogue and solidarity across the Islamic world and resolving conflicts peacefully, exclusively through political and diplomatic means, dialogue, and negotiations. He also outlined Uzbekistan’s principled position on the Palestinian issue and highlighted the need to support Afghanistan’s socioeconomic recovery and promote its regional integration.

Particular attention was given to promoting enlightened Islam, developing scientific and cultural cooperation, and drawing on Central Asia’s experience in strengthening regional trust and good-neighborly relations.

On the sidelines of the session, a number of bilateral meetings were held with representatives of OIC member states. The discussions focused on prospects for expanding political dialogue, developing trade and economic cooperation, and strengthening engagement within international organizations.