A scientific-practical conference on the theme “Inter-confessional dialogue and religious tolerance – guarantee of stability in society” was held at the Tashkent Islamic University on November 16, 2017. It was organized by the Committee of Religious Affairs, Tashkent Islamic University and the UNESCO Office in Uzbekistan. Traditionally, the conference is dedicated to the International Day of Tolerance on November 16.
Guests from Germany, Israel, Italy, Poland, Russia, Tajikistan, representatives of the diplomatic corps and international missions accredited in Tashkent, leaders of religious confessions conducting their activities on the territory of the republic, scientists and specialists of Uzbekistan took part in the international conference.
In a country like Uzbekistan that has chosen the path of democratic development, in which religion has its rightful place in society, guaranteed freedom of religion, the prohibition of planting religious beliefs and beliefs, ensuring equal rights for all, regardless of nationality, race and religion.
2242 religious organizations belong to 16 different denominations. They act in Uzbekistan in peace and equality. The Tashkent Islamic Institute, the Mir Arab Higher School, nine Islamic secondary specialized schools and two Christian seminaries carry out religious education activities.
The press service of the Uzbekistan Muslim Board
Articles dedicated to the contemporary development, international standing and rich historical and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan have been published in the authoritative Pakistani magazine “The Diplomatic Insight”, reports Dunyo IA.
The main focus of the publications was the keynote speech delivered by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the celebrations marking the 35th Anniversary of the State Independence of Uzbekistan, as well as large-scale anniversary events held in New Tashkent.
Publications highlight the country’s key achievements during the years of independence, strategic development priorities and the concept of building New Tashkent as an innovative and comfortable megacity.
Particular attention is devoted to articles by the publication’s Editor-in-Chief, Asif Noor, who participated in the international media forum “Islamic Civilization: A New Look – New Discoveries”, held in Tashkent and Samarkand on August 25–29th. Publications emphasize the role of media diplomacy in promoting the scientific and spiritual heritage of the great thinkers of the East, while highlighting Uzbekistan’s contribution to the development of global cultural and humanitarian cooperation.
Publication concludes that objective coverage of Uzbekistan’s development model and spiritual heritage in international media contributes to strengthening mutual understanding among peoples and shaping a peaceful and open image of the country on the international stage.