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UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference in Samarkand: Key Figures and Milestones
1012Today, in the ancient city of Samarkand—long a crossroads of cultures and civilizations—the 43rd Session of the UNESCO General Conference officially opens.
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The New Central Asia and Uzbekistan’s Role in Regional Transformation
1029This year, the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary — a symbolic milestone for the entire international system undergoing profound transformation. Amid escalating conflicts, global inequality, and widening technological divides, the UN platform is once again emerging as a space where states seek compromise and shape new rules of global engagement. For Uzbekistan, the anniversary session of the General Assembly was not merely a diplomatic event, but an opportunity to reaffirm its new international standing — that of an active participant and initiator of regional and global processes.
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The President of Uzbekistan to take part in the opening ceremony of the next UNESCO General Conference session
1040On October 30, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will take part in the opening ceremony of the 43rd session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), which will be held in the city of Samarkand.
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Uzbekistan and Finland: Similar Approaches to Building Good-Neighborly Regional Relations
823In an era characterized by growing disunity among global powers, the strategies employed by so-called “middle” states in forging stable regional relations present promising solutions for achieving international peace and cooperation. Uzbekistan, a Central Asian nation situated at the heart of the historic Silk Road, and Finland, a Nordic state with a unique experience as a neutral border state during the Cold War, exemplify how a consistent commitment to dialogue can contribute to regional stability amidst the complexities of global relations.
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Strengthening сooperation between Uzbekistan and Serbia: current trends and prospects
799The European vector of Uzbekistan’s foreign policy is aimed at expanding the geography of its partnerships and deepening cooperation across all mutually beneficial areas. In this context, relations with Serbia stand out for their consistency, mutual respect, and the sustained interest of both sides in strengthening collaboration.
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Uzbekistan’s Priorities in the Organization of Turkic States: A Factor Ensuring Sustainable Development of Turkic Countries
1059The evolution of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) has attracted particular attention from the international expert community, especially in the context of sustainable development, where Uzbekistan’s accession in 2019 became a catalyst for creating new opportunities for joint progress among Turkic countries.
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Uzbekistan and Finland: Digital Groundwater Modeling as a Contribution to Climate Resilience in Central Asia.
674Amid growing water scarcity and climate instability in Central Asia, Uzbekistan and Finland are implementing a unique form of scientific cooperation that combines digital innovation with sustainable water resource management.
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Uzbekistan and Serbia: Dynamics of Mutual Convergence and New Horizons of Partnership
649Diplomatic relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Serbia were established on January 18, 1995, following Belgrade’s recognition of Uzbekistan’s independence in late 1991. This laid the groundwork for a gradual development of political dialogue which, despite the geographical distance between the two nations, has been built upon mutual respect, support for sovereignty, and the principle of non-interference in internal affairs.
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Uzbekistan and Finland: An Economic Partnership Built on Technology and Trust
634The history of Uzbek - Finnish relations dates back to the early 1990s, when Finland became one of the first countries to recognize the independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan - on 30 December 1991. Just two months later, on 26 February 1992, diplomatic relations were officially established, marking the beginning of a new chapter based on mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to technological progress.
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A New Chapter in Uzbekistan–EU Relations: Why the EPCA Matters
569On 24 October 2025, Uzbekistan and the European Union signed the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) — a comprehensive framework that culminates negotiations launched in February 2019 and initialled in July 2022. More than a ceremonial milestone, the EPCA codifies a strategic upgrade in our relationship with the EU. It is broad in scope — nine titles, 356 articles, and 14 annexes — and practical in ambition: to align our cooperation with the realities of a rapidly changing world economy while reinforcing the rule-of-law foundations of sustainable development at home.
