The Republic of Uzbekistan is proudly represented by its national pavilion at the "Riyadh International Book Fair 2025", taking place in the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
The event is organized with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Riyadh, Alisher Navoi National Library, the Center of Islamic Civilization, Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies, and leading publishing houses of the country.
The pavilion showcases both contemporary and classical publications, scholarly works, and illustrated albums dedicated to the history, culture, and spiritual heritage of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Of particular interest to visitors is a replica of the renowned Ottoman Quran preserved in Tashkent, as well as rare facsimiles of ancient manuscripts and archival documents.
In addition to the book exhibition, visitors have the opportunity to experience the richness of Uzbek culture and folk art: traditional suzani embroidery and national jewelry are on display, alongside works by miniature artists and artisans, ceramics, and traditional clothing. The pavilion also features calligraphy art, offers tastings of Uzbek dried fruits and natural sweets, and hosts an exhibition of folk crafts and decorative-applied arts.
Uzbekistan pavilion attracts significant attention from visitors. It is frequented not only by general attendees of the fair but also by entrepreneurs who take the opportunity to explore the country’s cultural exhibits while simultaneously engaging in business negotiations aimed at enhancing trade, economic, and investment cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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.