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Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 30 October, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev will participate in the opening ceremony of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand. This session marks the first time in forty years that the General Conference is held outside UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris. Hosting such a major international forum in Samarkand underscores Uzbekistan’s commitment to UNESCO values and its active role in promoting global dialogue for peace, mutual understanding, and sustainable progress. The session will feature over 150 events addressing key issues in education, science, culture, ecology, technology, and communications. The choice of Samarkand, one of the world’s oldest and most majestic cities, adds special symbolic significance, reflecting the high level of international trust in Uzbekistan and its growing global stature. Delegations from more than 200 countries and international organizations will attend, including Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini, UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay, and other distinguished guests. Founded in 1945, UNESCO is a UN specialized agency aimed at promoting peace and security through international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication. Uzbekistan became a full member in 1993, and in 1996, a UNESCO office was opened in Tashkent, marking a significant milestone in the country’s engagement with the organization.
