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
On February 6th, Kakhramon Kuronboyev, President’s Adviser, Senator of Oliy Majlis, Chairman of Uzbekistan Youth Union held online dialogue at “Youth Press Club”.
During the discussion Kakhramon Kuronboyev expressed his view about the development on religious-enlightenment sphere as well as Uzbekistan Kuran Competition which consists of three stages.
State Adviser noted the following: “I have to say openly one thing. Today we are watching Kuran Competition on mass media. The event is being held jointly with Committee of Religious Affairs under Cabinet of Ministers, Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan Youth Union and Republican Center for Spirituality and Enlightenment. This has never happened before.”
Besides, the leader of Uzbekistan Youth Union underlined that the main purpose of holding the Kur’an Competition is to strengthen the belief of young people. He also mentioned that it is planned to hold Khadith competition in future.
Press Service,
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan