A round table dedicated to the memory of Abdulkhay Muminov was held at UWED
On 25 November, the University of World Economy and Diplomacy held a round-table discussion dedicated to the memory of Abdulkhay Rashidovich Muminov, an outstanding representative of Uzbekistan’s academic community, legal scholar, educator, PhD in Law, and Associate Professor.
The event, organised in cooperation with the National Human Rights Centre of the Republic of Uzbekistan, focused on the scholar’s academic legacy, his substantial contribution to the development of national legal education, and paid tribute to his remarkable personal and professional qualities.
For more than twenty years, Abdulkhay Rashidovich worked at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, making a significant contribution to the formation of a national academic school in the fields of international law and human rights. Under his leadership, the UNESCO Chair “Human Rights and International Law” evolved into one of the most reputable international scientific and educational centres.
The participants emphasised the importance of his scholarly legacy, his invaluable role as a mentor, and the enduring relevance of his academic traditions, which continue to serve as a source of inspiration for future generations.
From 1997 to 2018, he was actively engaged at the UNESCO Chair “Human Rights and International Law” at UWED, transforming it into a modern research and educational centre aligned with international standards. Through his initiative, academic curricula were modernised, a school of young scholars was established, and effective cooperation was strengthened with UNESCO, the United Nations, and the European Union.
In addition to his work at UWED, A.R. Muminov also taught at Tashkent State University of Law, Tashkent State University of Economics, Tashkent State Institute of Oriental Studies, and the International Islamic Academy, playing a crucial role in the training of highly qualified specialists in international law.
His textbooks — “International Law”, “Human Rights”, “Law of International Organizations”, and “Law of International Treaties” — remain authoritative sources in higher education.
Professor Muminov established academic collaboration with the Universities of Oxford, Lund, Uppsala, and George Washington, creating valuable opportunities for students and specialists to gain international academic and professional experience.
From 2018 to 2020, he served as Head of the Department for the Implementation of International Treaties at the National Human Rights Centre, contributing significantly to the incorporation of Uzbekistan’s international legal obligations into national legislation. He authored more than 100 academic publications and was awarded the badge “For the Protection of Human Rights” in 2020.
The scholarly legacy and pedagogical contributions of Abdulkhay Rashidovich Muminov continue to represent an enduring source of knowledge, inspiration, and academic tradition for Uzbekistan’s scientific community. The event concluded with proposals and recommendations aimed at further developing and preserving his academic heritage.