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
Representatives of Uzbekistan's public and private financial sectors - including the Central Bank, “Business Development Bank”, “Hayot Bank”, “Anorbank”, “Openbank” and other institutions - visited the United Kingdom to expand cooperation in Islamic finance, reports Dunyo IA.
According to the Embassy of Uzbekistan in London, during the visit, the delegation participated in the “IFN UK Forum” international event. There, they held meetings with representatives of the European and global Islamic finance communities to discuss current trends and the industry's development.
In partnership with “TheCityUK” - an association representing the interests of the UK financial sector—a dedicated business event was organized to focus on expanding bilateral cooperation between the UK and Uzbekistan in Islamic finance.
Additionally, the delegation held targeted talks with representatives from the “London Stock Exchange”, “HSBC”, “UK Export Finance”, “Gemcorp Capital” and “Baillie Gifford”. The discussions focused primarily on applying Islamic financial instruments to implement investment and infrastructure projects in Uzbekistan, as well as strengthening institutional cooperation with international financial organizations.