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Commemorating Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf

12.02.2018   45946   4 min.
Commemorating Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf

At the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the mosque that is being built in Chilanzar district will be named after Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf. 

The President of Uzbekistan visited the construction site of this mosque, in Tashkent. 

Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf was a scholar, not only well-known in Uzbekistan, but also recognized throughout the Islamic world, said Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He devoted his life to studying and promoting the foundations of our sacred religion, educating youth in the spirit of enlightened Islam. 

Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf in 1989, in a very difficult time, became chairman, mufti of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Central Asia and Kazakhstan. That period has a special place in the history as the time of revival of Islamic science, religious traditions and values. He made a great contribution to resolution of many unnecessary disagreements in those difficult years. 

As mufti he conducted wide international activity, became able to establish and develop cultural and enlightenment ties with many Islamic countries. 

Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf as mufti and as a deputy of the Supreme Council of the former union introduced an appeal to the government, which set out issues of respecting the rights of Muslims, creating necessary conditions for them. 

Coming out with such an initiative at a time when the totalitarian ideology was dominant, without a doubt, was a great feat, said President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. As a result, the Soviet government changed its policy towards Muslims, mosques and madrassas were opened, the number of pilgrims performing the Hajj increased. In 1990, 500 Muslims succeeded in performing the Hajj from the Central Asian republics through the city of Tashkent. This is a great result, considering that at that time only 20-30 people from the whole union went to the Hajj annually. 

Sheikh Muhammad Sadik enjoyed great respect and authority among Muslims of the whole world. He was a member of such authoritative organizations as the Executive Bureau of the Assembly of Islamic Scholars and World Thinkers, the International Union of Muslim Scholars, the Muslim World League, the Royal Academy of Jordan. He was awarded the “Laurel of the Nile” gold medal of the Arab Republic of Egypt. It should be emphasized that no one in the history of modern Uzbekistan has reached such heights in the Islamic sciences as he did. 

An outstanding scholar wrote more than 100 books on various religious and enlightenment themes. Wise words, conversations, speeches on radio and television, books, including audiobooks of the Sheikh took a firm place in the life of people of Uzbekistan. 

With his profound knowledge, good instruction and exemplary activities, Sheikh Muhammad Sadik Muhammad Yusuf is an example of conscientious service for the sake of the Motherland and development of religion. Studying his life and scientific activity, familiarizing people with his heritage is an honorable duty. 

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, getting acquainted with the project of the mosque, noted the need for its further improvement, studying the proposals of the population and religious figures.

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Center for Islamic Civilization presented in Beijing

29.07.2026   57019   4 min.
Center for Islamic Civilization presented in Beijing

A cultural, educational and media event titled “Uzbekistan - China: Dialogue of Civilizations and Shared Heritage” has been held at the Embassy of our country, reports Dunyo IA.

Event was attended by the leadership of the SCO Secretariat, representatives of the diplomatic corps in Beijing, ministries and agencies, leading think tanks, scientific, academic and cultural circles, as well as Chinese media.

Delegation of Uzbekistan, led by Firdavs Abdukhalikov, Director of the Center for Islamic Civilization, participated in the forum.

A comprehensive presentation on the activities of the Center for Islamic Civilization was delivered to the participants, highlighting its unique concept, key expositions, scientific and educational dimensions, as well as its international mission to study, preserve, and popularize the rich heritage of our people. The event also featured the screening of a documentary film on the operations of the Center for Islamic Civilization.

An exposition of over 100 video and photo works reflecting the rich history, culture and modern development of Uzbekistan was also organized for the attention of the participants. The exposition was harmoniously complemented by an exhibition of applied arts and craftsmanship.

Participants expressed a unanimous opinion that the Center for Islamic Civilization, established on the initiative and under the authorship of the President of Uzbekistan, is a spiritual and cultural masterpiece of global significance. The creation of such a unique Center, which has no analogues in the world, reflects the Leader of the country's profound dedication to the history and cultural heritage of his people, and clearly demonstrates the high place of Uzbekistan at the crossroads of civilizations.

As part of the event, permanent expositions were set up within the Embassy building, including a book exhibition dedicated to the history and rich cultural heritage of Uzbekistan, as well as a photo exhibition of the Center for Islamic Civilization.

SCO Deputy Secretary-General Janesh Kain:

-  Today, we have been presented with a unique opportunity to become living witnesses to a historic event – the presentation of the majestic building of the Center for Islamic Civilization constructed in Tashkent, which has already acquired global and worldwide significance.

Realization of this cherished goal of the esteemed President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has demonstrated to the entire world the essence and vision behind building the New Uzbekistan, which embodies the spirit of great civilizations.

Uzbekistan has always been a center of education. Great minds of humanity lived and created their works here. Today, we are witnessing the revival of history through this Center, which will play an important role in disseminating information to the world about the wisdom of the Uzbek people.

Han Hua, Co-Founder and Secretary-General of the Beijing Club for International Dialogue:

-  Uzbekistan is one of the important centers of world culture and art. In the New Uzbekistan, this manifests itself with particular clarity, thanks to the wise policy of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who, with profound dedication, glorifies to the entire world the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of not only his country but the entire Eastern civilization. Representatives of the Uzbek people have made a powerful contribution to the development of world science and enlightenment.

Country is implementing historic reforms recognized by the global community. The Center for Islamic Civilization strengthens the spiritual foundations of society and this stands as one of the key parameters of Uzbekistan's development.

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