The Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan has approved the establishment of the Samarkand Campus of the International Tourism Academy, operating under the patronage of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
Today, the process of mutual integration and sustainable development among the Central Asian republics has entered a new phase. Recent reforms and transformations in Uzbekistan are contributing not only to the development of the entire region but also to the strengthening of mutual trust between countries. These changes are increasingly having a tangible impact on the lives of the peoples living across the region.
Cooperation between Uzbekistan and Japan in the field of labor migration has significantly expanded in recent years, becoming one of the key pillars of the broader strategic partnership. What began in 2019 with the signing of initial legal frameworks has evolved by 2025 into a comprehensive system that includes professional training, Japanese-language education, digital platforms, employer partnerships, and large-scale employment programs.
These dedicated students, representing the Turkic world, are making every effort to strengthen their academic knowledge, enhance their professional skills, and broaden their cultural horizons. The meeting took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, during which sincere appreciation was expressed to the students who are proudly and достойно representing their home countries in the Arab region.
On December 12, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated in an International Forum in Ashgabat dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the proclamation of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality, the International Day of Neutrality, and the declaration of 2025 as the "International Year of Peace and Trust".
I express my deep gratitude to the President of Turkmenistan, distinguished Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, to my dear brother, esteemed Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov for the warm welcome and excellent organization of today's forum.
On December 11, upon arrival in Ashgabat, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.
At the Kuksaroy residence, negotiations were held between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the President of the Republic of Paraguay Santiago Peña, with the participation of official delegations.
