Kazakhstan Calls for Stronger Global Cultural Partnerships at UNESCO General Conference

From Paris to Samarkand: A New Chapter for UNESCO

The 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference has commenced in the ancient city of Samarkand with an opening speech by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. As noted in his address, this marks the first time in 40 years that the conference is being held outside the organization’s headquarters in Paris.  UNESCO’s primary mission is to promote peace and security through international cooperation in education, the arts, sciences, and…

Kazakhstan Calls for Stronger Global Cultural Partnerships at UNESCO General Conference

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY — Kazakh State Counselor and Chairman of the National Commission for UNESCO and Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) Erlan Karin presented President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s new modernization initiatives on Oct. 31 at the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Erlan Karin presented …

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Uzbekistan unveils education and AI initiatives at UNESCO conference in Samarkand

Uzbekistan has used the opening of UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference to present a reform-driven vision for global cooperation – one centred on modernising education, expanding AI ethics, strengthening media literacy, safeguarding cultural heritage and advancing women’s leadership. Addressing heads of state, ministers and delegates from 190 countries, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev unveiled a set of initiatives he hopes will guide UNESCO’s agenda in…

UNESCO Recognition of Uzbekistan's Role in Preserving World Heritage - Global News Pakistan

Samarkand : Rarely do events within international organizations emerge that can truly symbolize a new era. The convening of the 43rd session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in the ancient city of Samarkand stands as one such landmark moment. For the first time in the 40-year history of the organization, the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific …

Two scholars from Oman join UNESCO’s global list of honored historical figures

Samarkand: The inclusion was announced during the 43rd session of UNESCO’s General Conference, held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from October 30 to November 13, 2025. With this recognition, the number of Omani figures honored in UNESCO’s centenary and jubilee celebrations rises to nine, underscoring Oman’s enduring contribution to world culture, literature, and knowledge. Abdullah bin Ali Al-Khalili, born in 1922 in Samail, earned the title “Prince…