Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan strengthen cooperation

TASHKENT, Dec 16 (UzA/APP) : The First Meeting of the Joint Commission on Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Azerbaijan was held at the National Library of Azerbaijan.
The meeting was co-chaired by the First Deputy Minister of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhodir Akhmedov and the Deputy Minister of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan Farid Jafarov. Representatives of relevant agencies and cultural institutions of both countries attended the event.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Jafarov noted that the Days of Culture have been held in the two brotherly countries for three consecutive years and expressed gratitude to all participants, organizers, and ministries for their support. He emphasized the high professional level of organization of the event under the leadership of Bakhodir Akhmedov, highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties between the two peoples, and stressed the importance of preserving and developing shared literary, musical, and artistic values for future generations.
The parties reaffirmed their firm commitment to strengthening bilateral cultural cooperation. It was noted that the meeting was held in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. The heads of the delegations exchanged information on the current state and prospects of cultural cooperation between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan.
Following the meeting, agreements were reached to expand cooperation in the preservation of movable and immovable cultural heritage, conduct joint scientific research and restoration work, exchange experience, and provide expert and technical assistance.
Special attention was given to fostering cooperation in intangible cultural heritage. The development of collaboration in education was also identified as a priority. In addition, the parties agreed to enhance collaboration in cinematography.
The next meeting of the Joint Commission on Culture is scheduled for 2026 in the Republic of Uzbekistan. A meeting protocol was signed following the discussions.