On December 1, 2017 the meeting of religious figures dedicated to the implementation of the tasks on fight against crime and legal offense as well as upbringing the level of the system on working with labor migrants in foreign countries. During the meeting Mr. K. Kuronboyev, State Adviser to the President of Uzbekistan, Chairman of The Youth Union of Uzbekistan and Mr. Usmonhon Alimov, Chairman of Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Muftiy participated with their speech.
Committee on religious affairs under the Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan, Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Center for Islamic Civilization, professors of religious educational establishments, religious scientists (ulemas), imams, students from Tashkent Islamic Institute and Tashkent Islamic University took part in the event.
On November 15 the meeting chaired by the President of Uzbekistan dedicated to the implementation of tasks on the struggle against crime and various criminal offenses.
The participants of the meeting noted the necessity to underline the importance of the speeches of imams about the prevention of crime among young people as Koran and Hadith chastise any type of evil doing.
Every crime is an evil against Allah. Every crime is against Koran and Hadith. That’s why our honored prophet Muhammad sollalohu alayhi wasallam called us to struggle against crime by the following hadith:
“If you see that someone is performing an evil action, stop it with your hand. If you can’t stop by your hands, then stop it with your words. If you can’t stop it with your words then stop it with your soul. But, stopping with your soul is the weakest form of iyman (belief).” (narrated by Imam Muslim)
The participants of the meeting were also informed about the visit headed by the State Adviser to President of Uzbekistan to Russian Federation cities of Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Astrakhan and Novosibirsk where the delegation met with the labor migrant from Uzbekistan, got acquainted with their working conditions, had open conversations.
It is true that upbringing of young generation is always crucial and difficult job. Honorable President commented following on this issue: “We have known for centuries that development of a society is connected with the young generation’s education and upbringing. But in XXI century this issue is becoming life-and-death issue.”
During the speeches it was warned that all young people from Uzbekistan in foreign counties are our children and if we don’t pay serious attention to them some other forces may cheat them and use in evil deeds.
It was noted that in the era of internet and fast mass media Muslim Board of Uzbekistan is ready to cooperate with all existing mass media types of our country.
At the end of the event Muslim Board of Uzbekistan and Youth Union of Uzbekistan agreed to sign the Memorandum of Partnership.
Representatives from various mass media including famous newspapers and internet sites took part in the event.
Press Service of Muslim Board of Uzbekistan
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A reception organized by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in cooperation with representatives of the Tourism Committee of Uzbekistan and “Umrah Plus” International Tourism Association (UPITA) was held in the Egyptian capital, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
Event aimed to promote the tourism potential of Uzbekistan, increase the flow of Egyptian tourists, and develop bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector.
Reception was attended by the Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt Yomna Elbahar; Assistant Minister of Endowments (Awqaf) for Preachers' Affairs of Egypt Dr. Fatma Anter; Leadership of the Egyptian Federation of Tourist Chambers; President of UPITA Sherzod Sami, diplomats accredited in Cairo, representatives of tourism companies, media outlets, bloggers and other guests.
In his speech, Ambassador of Uzbekistan detailed the comprehensive reforms being implemented in the country to develop the tourism industry, create modern infrastructure, and expand international tourist routes. He emphasized that under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, tourism has become one of the key priorities of national development.
Particular attention was paid to the rich historical and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan and the broad opportunities for pilgrimage tourism. The Ambassador invited Egyptian tourists to visit Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent to explore the country's centuries-old history, architectural landmarks
Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt, Yomna Elbahar, noted the long-standing friendly relations between Egypt and Uzbekistan, as well as the mutual interest of both parties in further strengthening cooperation in the tourism sector. She highlighted the richness of the historical, cultural, and spiritual heritage of the two nations and expressed the readiness of the Egyptian tourism industry representatives to develop practical interaction with Uzbek partners, expand business ties, and create new tourism products.
According to her, a sustainable partnership should be built on mutual trust, adherence to professional standards and provision of high-quality services. She also expressed her gratitude to the Embassy of Uzbekistan for organizing the event and voiced hope for the initiation of a new phase in bilateral cooperation.
President of UPITA Sherzod Sami, announced plans to host the “Tourism Expo” exhibition in Egypt in June 2027. The exhibition is expected to showcase the tourism potential of Uzbekistan, establish direct contacts between tour operators of the two countries, and explore opportunities to increase the number of Egyptian tourists visiting Uzbekistan.
Positive dynamics of tourism exchanges demonstrate significant potential for the further expansion of cooperation. In 2026, the number of Egyptian citizens who visited Uzbekistan exceeded 7,000, nearly doubling compared to the previous period.
A significant outcome of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Egyptian Federation of Tourist Chambers, “DAHAB” tour operator and UPITA, aimed at developing cooperation in the field of tourism. Agreement is expected to strengthen ties between tour operators, facilitate the development of joint tourism products and increase the mutual tourist flow.