An international event is taking place in the vicinity of the unique nature of Kashkadarya, bringing together youth around a common noble goal. The 'Lochin' children's health camp in the Shahrisabz region today gathered eco-activists not only from our country but also from several foreign states.
From August 10 to 15, the V International Ecological Forum titled 'Youth – Builders of the Future' is being held here. Approximately 800 young people from all regions of Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan are participating in it.
In Shirinda, the night lights take on a different meaning compared to normal times. Behind every lit light is the hard work of energy specialists, the huge capacity of large stations, and most importantly, the dreams of young professionals who will manage this system tomorrow.
Maintaining ties with citizens living abroad, reliably protecting their rights and interests, and mobilizing their scientific, intellectual, and investment potential for the country's development are among the most important tasks of our time. In this multinational country, ensuring an atmosphere of mutual respect and unity is considered the foundation of effective public administration.
Currently, over 130 nations and ethnic groups live in Uzbekistan in an atmosphere of peace and harmony. Numerous organizations, such as national cultural centers and friendship societies operating throughout the republic, contribute to strengthening interethnic cohesion.
It should be noted that July 30th is annually celebrated as the Day of Peoples' Friendship. In connection with this date, various spiritual and educational events, cultural festivals, round tables, exhibitions, and friends' meetings are organized across regions, with a special focus on strengthening the atmosphere of diversity, interethnic cohesion, and civic unity in the country.
The Presidential Decree of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated March 19, 2025, 'On Measures to Bring National Unity and Strengthen Ties with Citizens Abroad to a New Stage,' and the resolution 'On Measures for the Effective Organization of the Activities of the Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Interethnic Relations and Affairs of Citizens Abroad' also play an important role.
Indeed, the tasks set out in the document create a new mechanism for developing interethnic relations, supporting people's diplomacy, and strengthening systemic ties with citizens abroad.
The work of people who make a worthy contribution to strengthening interethnic cohesion and the atmosphere of diversity in the country is always highly valued. One example of such recognition is the traditional award 'Cross of Peoples' Friendship,' which is presented annually on the occasion of the Day of Peoples' Friendship on July 30th.
This year, this high award was conferred upon nearly 70 state and public organizations, representatives of national cultural centers, religious confessions, as well as non-governmental commercial organizations. They were recognized for their dedicated work aimed at establishing an atmosphere of friendship, solidarity, and mutual respect among different nations and ethnic groups.
Sevar Shokirova, Director of the Agency for Specialized Educational Institutions, who was awarded the 'Cross of Peoples' Friendship,' stated: 'I accept this award not as a personal achievement, but as recognition of the many years of dedicated work of the Agency for Specialized Educational Institutions team, the reforms being carried out in the field of education, and our consistent efforts to develop international cooperation.'
She added that in recent years, the Agency has established effective connections with leading world universities, international educational organizations, and foreign partners. Today, their students study at prestigious universities worldwide, while teachers acquire advanced foreign experience and implement it into the education system. She expressed confidence that such educational cooperation will contribute to strengthening friendship and mutual trust between peoples.
Indeed, the reforms being implemented in this area contribute not only to strengthening peace and harmony in the country but also to enhancing Uzbekistan's prestige as a state that is open, diverse, and actively cooperating with the global community.
As part of the expansion of cooperation between Uzbekistan and Japan, effective work is being carried out in the areas of introducing plant breeding, seed production, and innovative agricultural technologies in the field of agriculture.
A delegation led by Takashi Sueda, director of Murakami Seed Co., Ltd. in Japan, and Ryo Sasaki visited the scientific research experimental station for Moyli and Tolali crops at the Institute of Plant Genetic Resources.
According to information from the research institute, during the visit, the guests were familiarized with the scientific research conducted at the station on growing commercial crops, particularly regarding the breeding and agricultural technologies for growing mosh.
The delegation observed field experiments concerning the sowing times for mosh, planting schemes, and the influence of these factors on plant growth, development, and yield. Additionally, representatives of the delegation were shown samples of legume crops.
During the meetings, the parties exchanged scientific and practical experience in the fields of breeding, seed production, modern agricultural technologies, and commercial crop cultivation technologies.
