Uzbekistan received 1,000 rare scholarly books from the Arab World
Uzbekistan is taking confident steps to connect its rich spiritual and cultural heritage with the global academic community by expanding international scientific cooperation, reports iccu.uz.
As a tangible reflection of this effort, the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan hosted a ceremony to receive 1,000 rare books for its library. The collection was presented by Dr. Muhammad Zakariya Al-Orabi, Head of the Orabi International Group in the Sultanate of Oman and a distinguished researcher and public figure.
The event was attended by representatives of the Committee on Religious Affairs, the leadership of the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, scholars, researchers, and leading experts in the field.
During the ceremony, Gulnora Ganieva, Deputy Director of the Center, emphasized that under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the development of science, the preservation of cultural heritage, the study of manuscripts, and the acquisition of rare sources preserved in countries around the world have been elevated to the level of state policy.
She noted that the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, established at the initiative of the President, has evolved into far more than a museum or a library. Today, it serves as an international platform for scholarly dialogue on the history of Islamic civilization, source studies, and Oriental studies.
“The books presented by the Sultanate of Oman will do far more than enrich our library’s collection. They will serve as a solid foundation for expanding fundamental research in the history of Islamic civilization, Islamic law, Qur’anic exegesis, Hadith studies, Islamic creed, the Arabic language, and many other disciplines. They will also contribute to the education and development of a new generation of scholars,” said Gulnora Ganieva.
Dr. Muhammad Zakariya Al-Orabi described the presentation of the books as a symbolic milestone in the cultural and academic cooperation between the two countries.
“These are not merely books. They represent respect for knowledge, a commitment to enlightenment, and an intellectual bridge that strengthens trust between our peoples. We highly appreciate President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s initiative to establish the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan. We are confident that this Center will become a distinguished platform uniting the scholarly heritage of the entire Islamic world,” said Dr. Al-Orabi.
According to him, libraries preserve the collective memory of human civilization, and every book opens the door to new knowledge, fresh ideas, and groundbreaking scholarly discoveries. Therefore, investing in knowledge is equivalent to investing in the future.
Davronbek Maqsudov, First Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Religious Affairs, who also attended the ceremony, underscored the significance of this noble initiative for strengthening the country’s academic and research potential.
He noted that bringing fundamental scholarly publications published in the Arab world in recent years to Uzbekistan will expand the pool of reliable academic resources available to researchers, university faculty, master’s students, and young scholars.
The donated collection covers a wide range of disciplines, including Islamic history, Qur’anic exegesis, Hadith studies, Islamic jurisprudence, Islamic creed, the Arabic language, the history of Islamic civilization, and other fields. It also includes recently published academic works from across the Arab world, further strengthening the Center’s Library as one of the region’s richest specialized collections.
In recent years, Uzbekistan has pursued an active foreign policy in the field of cultural diplomacy. At the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, international cooperation has expanded through the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, and the Imam Bukhari, Imam Termizi, and Imam Maturidi International Scientific Research Centers. Joint projects are being implemented in partnership with UNESCO, ICESCO, and a number of leading academic institutions.
The donation of 1,000 rare books from the Sultanate of Oman is regarded as another tangible outcome of this consistent state policy.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, both sides emphasized that this meaningful initiative would further strengthen academic, cultural, and educational cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Sultanate of Oman. They also expressed their readiness to expand collaboration through joint research projects, book exchange programs, scholarly expeditions, and academic initiatives.
Zeki Kaymaz: Over the next ten years, I see Uzbekistan as a bright star among the states of the Turkic world
Ahead of the 35th Anniversary of the State Independence of Uzbekistan, Professor Zeki Kaymaz, a philologist and Member of the Scientific Council of the Turkish Language Institute, conveyed his sincere congratulations and best wishes through Dunyo Information Agency:
- First of all, I would like to congratulate the people of Uzbekistan on the 35th Anniversary of their Independence. Thirty-five years is a significant period. As a citizen of Türkiye, whose history spans more than a century, I wholeheartedly wish you to witness many more centuries to come and for Uzbekistan to experience wonderful and prosperous times.
Furthermore, looking briefly at history, we can see that Türkiye and Uzbekistan, particularly Central Asia, have shared close relations since ancient times. Especially during the national liberation war of Türkiye, we always remember with great gratitude the assistance rendered to us by the peoples of this region. These events are forever etched in our history.
Speaking of the present day, I would like to emphasize that the fraternal Uzbek people are, first and foremost, a brotherly nation and a brotherly republic to us, as well as an ancient and cherished friend.
Furthermore, as a citizen of Türkiye, I am immensely pleased with the current state and development processes of Uzbekistan. Every time we visit this beautiful land, we witness a magnificent and well-prosperous country. Your nation is home to numerous centers of culture and enlightenment. Undeniably, the roots of this civilization and cultural heritage trace back to deep antiquity.
It is particularly important to note that during the First Renaissance in Central Asia, which occurred in the early Middle Ages, and the Second Renaissance, which followed the era of Amir Temur, great civilizations were formed on these lands. It is of profound spiritual significance for us that the holy place of pilgrimage associated with the name of Imam al-Bukhari is located in Samarkand, and that Imam al-Maturidi was an outstanding scholar born and nurtured on this very soil.
To put it briefly, from a geostrategic perspective, over the next ten years, I see Uzbekistan as a bright star among the states of the Turkic world, particularly among the countries of Central Asia.
There are solid grounds for this. Firstly, it is a strong economy. Secondly, a rich culture and history with deep roots in the past. And, of course, the enduring friendship between Türkiye and Uzbekistan.
Our wish is that these bonds of friendship grow even stronger, and that the relations between the two nations in the cultural and economic spheres ascend to an even higher level.
Once again, I wholeheartedly congratulate Uzbekistan on its Independence Day and convey my most sincere and warmest greetings to the Uzbek people.
May the Almighty grant us all the opportunity to witness many more 35-year milestones together - in an atmosphere of success, development, prosperity and brotherhood.
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