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    UWED student became one of the leaders of the UN Preventive Diplomacy Academy

    UWED student became one of the leaders of the UN Preventive Diplomacy Academy

    On July 6, 2024, the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres met with the participants of the Preventive Diplomacy Academy organized by the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA). Otabek Turgunboev, a 2nd-year student of the faculty of “International Law”, a member of the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy, took part in the event. He gave a speech at the meeting on the topic “Using transboundary waters in Central Asia: international legal cooperation and future plans”. According to the results of the meeting, O. Turgunboev was awarded the status of “Leader of the Prvevntive Diplomacy Academy from Uzbekistan”. He also became the “Ambassador of Preventive Diplomacy” in Uzbekistan. For information: the activities of the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy are carried out in accordance with the UN Youth Strategy until 2030 and UN Security Council Resolution 2250 (2015) on youth, peace and security.

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    First Vice-Rector of UWED A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway

    First Vice-Rector of UWED A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway

    From June 17 to 21, 2024, the First Vice-Rector of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED) A. Umarov visited Sweden and Norway. In Stockholm, A. Umarov met with the Director of Studies at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Luc van de Goor. During the meeting, they discussed issues related to the regional development of Central Asia. A. Umarov informed his Swedish colleagues about the current trends in regional cooperation development in Central Asia, the deepening of high-level interaction and exchange, and noted the increasing trend of regionalization in the Central Asia. The parties discussed opportunities for cooperation, including holding an online round table on a mutually interesting topic this fall. A. Umarov and Luc van de Goor agreed to hold a Zoom meeting in August to discuss the topics of further interaction. As a result of this online round table, it is planned to reach an agreement on the preparation of joint publications. The parties also discussed the possibilities of preparing joint grant applications for research on Central Asian regional issues. During the trip, A. Umarov also met with Johan Engvall, an analyst at the Stockholm Center for Eastern European Studies. During the meeting, they discussed issues of regional development in Central Asia, current trends in regional cooperation, and the deepening of high-level interaction. They reached an agreement to hold a joint event this fall and to prepare an analytical report based on its outcomes. Umarov also gave a lecture at a conference at Södertörn University on the topic "War, Emerging Tensions, and Strategic Stability in Eurasia," where he discussed the main trends in the development of politics, economy, and security in Central Asia amid increasing international confrontation. The possibilities for cooperation with Södertörn University were considered, including a visit of Swedish representatives to Uzbekistan in the spring of 2025 and the development of joint research projects. In Norway, A. Umarov participated in a conference at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, where he discussed climate change, energy development, and the transition to new technologies in Eurasia. Special attention was given to the development of the energy sector in Central Asia and the region's interaction with Afghanistan in the context of the construction of the Kushtepa Canal. An online event on climate and energy issues with the participation of Uzbek and Norwegian experts is planned for the fall of 2024.     These activities highlight UWED's active participation in international academic and political dialogue, as well as the growth of cooperation with leading international research centers.

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    A representative of the UWED took part in the First meeting of experts on the creation of the Youth Council of Central and South Asian countries

    A representative of the UWED took part in the First meeting of experts on the creation of the Youth Council of Central and South Asian countries

    On June 27-28 of this year, the First meeting of experts on the creation of the Youth Council of Central and South Asian countries was held in Bukhara, during which the draft of its charter was discussed. Lutfiddin Khodjaev, Head of the Language Education Center, took part in this international event and delivered a speech. In his speech, he stressed that the initiative to create a permanent youth council of Central and South Asian countries was put forward by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the conference “Central and South Asia: Regional cooperation. Threats and Opportunities”, held on July 15-16, 2021 in Tashkent. In this context, the special importance of the First meeting of experts on the creation of the Youth Council of the two regions was noted. The adoption of its charter will serve to implement joint programs in the field of education and science, culture and sports.

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    Participants of the “Summit of Young Diplomats” visited the University of World Economy and Diplomacy

    Participants of the “Summit of Young Diplomats” visited the University of World Economy and Diplomacy

    On June 29 of this year, the University of World Economy and Diplomacy was visited by participants in the “Summit of Young Diplomats”, which is held as part of the “World Youth Festival” organized in Samarkand. Representatives of the younger generation from different countries of the world were welcomed by the First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Rector of UWED Sodyq Safoev. He congratulated the participants of the summit, which is being held for the first time in Uzbekistan, having become an important platform for strengthening cooperation between youth leaders. S. Safoev told young diplomats about the state youth policy of our country, its great importance for the younger generation and the future of Uzbekistan. The guests were presented with presentations about the activities of UWED, its faculties, and the Student Council. The meeting participants shared their achievements, expressed their opinions and wishes, and received answers to their questions.  For information: Representatives from 40 countries of the world take part in the “Summit of Young Diplomats”.

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    UWED and the University of Mons develop cooperation

    UWED and the University of Mons develop cooperation

            On June 29 of this year, a meeting was held at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy with a delegation from the University of Mons (Belgium) led by Advisor to the Vice-Rector of International mobility Marta Bonet Bofill.          The meeting was attended by the First Vice-Rector of UWED Odil Yusupjanov, advisor to the Rector Amanbay Turdimatov and Head of the Department of Romance-Germanic languages ​​Vasila Mamatkasimova.          At the meeting, the prospects for mutually beneficial cooperation were discussed, in particular in the field of student exchange in the area of ​​language learning. There was also a presentation of both universities, where their achievements, features of educational programs and plans for the future were presented.          The parties expressed mutual interest in developing a concept of cooperation and identifying the main vectors of partnership.          For information: The University of Mons (UMONS) is a university in Belgium, located in the city of Mons. It is in the top 100 of the U-Multirank ranking and the top 150 of the QS World University Ranking. The university cooperates with more than 300 higher education institutions around the world.

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    A. Umarov took part in the meeting “Administration of Higher Education Institutions and Youth”

    A. Umarov took part in the meeting “Administration of Higher Education Institutions and Youth”

    On June 28, 2024, the First Vice-Rector of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED), A. Umarov, alongside rectors and vice-rectors from other universities, participated in an event organized as part of the “Global Youth Festival”. During the festival, A. Umarov presented information about the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, the transformation processes of the university, the learning management system, the interest of international students, and the established contacts with foreign partners.          He spoke about the transformation of the university into a modern and digital center of knowledge for youth and answered participants' questions.

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    In UWED was meeting with the head of the American non-governmental foundation LYNC

    In UWED was meeting with the head of the American non-governmental foundation LYNC

    On June 27 of this year, the General Director of the American non-governmental foundation LYNC, Wade Cusack, visited the University of World Economy and Diplomacy.  The meeting with him was attended by First Vice-Rector O. Yusupdzhanov, Dean of the Faculty of International Economics M. Khamdamov, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of International Law F. Tashev. editor-in-chief of the UWED magazine “International Relations: Politics, Economics, Law” U. Khasanov.  W. Cusack expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation between the American organization and the university. In particular, he called successful the trainings in the field of religion and the rule of law, intercultural religious literacy, conducted in partnership with the International Center for the Study of Law and Religion and UWED. The head of LYNC expressed interest in continuing similar programs in partnership with UWED and Pepperdyne University (Washington and Geneva campuses) on the topic of “Intercultural dialogue in negotiation technologies” to promote greater mutual understanding between various structures and parties in promoting the constructive potential of the republic’s foreign policy. For information. Love Your Neighbor Community (LYNC) is an American non-profit organization that advocates for religious freedom in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, collaborating with government agencies, public organizations and religious communities.

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    UWED and Korean Foundation strengthen cooperation

    UWED and Korean Foundation strengthen cooperation

    On June 24 this year, at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy was held a meeting with a delegation headed by the President of the Korea Foundation (Republic of Korea) Kim Gheewhan. Welcoming the guests, First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, Rector of UWED Sodyq Safoev emphasized that Uzbek-Korean multifaceted relations are developing at a high level of dynamics. He also noted the success of the project "Uzbekistan-Korean Relations: Past, Present and Prospects in the Context of Global Problems", implemented by the foundation jointly with the Institute for Advanced International Studies at UWED.  President of the Korea Foundation Kim Gheewhan, in turn, noted that Central Asia, including Uzbekistan, is an important region for the Republic of Korea, and proposed the implementation of joint research and regional international forums in the future.  The meeting also discussed the possibility of allocating grants for organizing Korean language courses in the Republic of Korea for UWED students.  At the end of the meeting, the parties emphasized that the implementation of projects between Uzbekistan and Korea will serve to further deepen cooperation between the two countries in the fields of science, culture, humanities and higher education.

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