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Qatar Participates in International Conference on Islamic Cultural Heritage in Uzbekistan

The State of Qatar participated in the International Conference on 'Islamic Cultural Heritage in Uzbekistan and Its Role in Global Science', held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from Sept. 7-9, wit...

Qatar Participates in International Conference on Islamic Cultural Heritage in Uzbekistan

Qatar took part in the International Conference on Islamic Cultural Heritage and its Role in Global Science, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from September 7-9. The conference aimed to foster scientific and cultural exchange, promote intercultural dialogue, and showcase the shared legacy of Islamic civilization. Delegations from Qatar and other nations, including Turkey, Italy, Jordan, Iraq, Algeria, Egypt, and Morocco, attended the event.

The Qatar delegation was led by Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Qatar Committee for the Alliance of Civilizations. The conference was part of the Cultural Diplomacy Program, which aligns with Qatar's vision for the Alliance of Civilizations 2023-2027. The program seeks to highlight the scientific achievements of Islamic cities and their impact on the development of global natural and human sciences.

The Secretary-General emphasized the importance of cultural diplomacy in fostering dialogue and cooperation between civilizations, strengthening shared cultural heritage, and building contemporary common ground. He expressed optimism that the conference would generate scientific proposals and recommendations that would further highlight the contributions of Islamic civilization to global progress and scientific dialogue.

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