Uzbekistan and Greece elevate cultural cooperation to a new level
During his working visit to Greece, the Minister of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan Ozodbek Nazarbekov held meetings and negotiations to develop cultural cooperation between the two countries.
The official meeting between Uzbekistan’s Minister of Culture Ozodbek Nazarbekov and Greece’s Minister of Culture Dr. Lina Mendoni, took place in Athens. It built upon the high-level dialogue initiated in Samarkand. During the meeting, both sides examined the current status of their cultural and humanitarian collaborations and explored opportunities for future growth.
The key outcome of the meeting was the signing of the Cultural Cooperation Program for 2026-2028. The document will serve as an important legal framework for the systematic development of bilateral cultural ties, the exchange of experience, and the implementation of joint projects.
Special focus was given to enhancing collaboration in culture and the arts, improving cultural centers, and reinforcing connections with the Uzbek and Greek diasporas. It was highlighted that diasporas are key in promoting friendship and mutual understanding between the two nations.
A joint roadmap will be created to ensure the smooth implementation of the signed program, outlining clear deadlines, responsible organizations, and specific activities for each cooperation area.
During the talks, an initiative was also proposed to hold regular Days of Uzbek Culture in Greece and Days of Greek Culture in Uzbekistan. The program will include folk music and dance concerts, theatrical performances, art exhibitions, film screenings, and presentations of traditional crafts and culinary traditions.
Additionally, the parties explored opportunities to form a strategic partnership between museums. They exchanged ideas on preserving historical and cultural heritage, coordinating joint exhibitions, and enhancing collaboration in restoration efforts.
Attention was also given to increasing cooperation in archaeology. An agreement was made to organize joint archaeological expeditions involving scholars from both Uzbekistan and Greece. The parties believe this initiative will enhance the study of ancient civilizations’ history, broaden scientific research, and showcase new archaeological findings to the global academic community.
A proposal was also put forward to create a joint feature film focusing on the story of Alexander the Great and Roxana. It was highlighted that this project would represent a new phase of collaboration between the film industries of the two nations.
The parties discussed the implementation of joint projects in the cultural and creative sectors, including establishing exchange programs for young artists, designers, musicians, and performers, as well as supporting innovative cultural initiatives.
The parties expressed confidence that the agreements and new initiatives will strengthen cultural cooperation, enhance historical and cultural ties, and deepen friendship and mutual trust between Uzbekistan and Greece.
N. Usmanova, UzA
