Uzbekistan and Oman discuss expanding cultural cooperation
A meeting was held on November 12 between the Minister of Culture of Uzbekistan Ozodbek Nazarbekov and the Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth of the Sultanate of Oman Sayyid Saud bin Hilal bin Hamad Al Busaidi, as part of Uzbekistan Culture Day in Oman.
The parties discussed the current state of cultural and humanitarian ties between their countries and prospects for further cooperation.
The sides agreed to hold regular cultural days in both countries, exchange experience in arts and cultural education, organize joint concert programs, and develop a draft document to strengthen the legal framework for cooperation between the two countries’ ministries of culture.
It was also announced that cooperation would be established with the Royal Opera House Muscat.
As part of the visit, Mr. Nazarbekov became familiar with the activities of the Royal Opera House Muscat, its artistic capabilities, and areas of international cooperation. A meeting was also held with HH Sayyid Kamil bin Fahd Al Said, Member of the Board of Directors of the Royal Opera House Muscat. The discussions focused on establishing practical cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Royal Opera House Muscat, including staging joint opera and ballet productions, organizing reciprocal tours by performing arts groups, and facilitating exchanges of experience among industry professionals.
As part of the visit, an exhibition showcasing the works of artists and artisans from both countries was held ahead of the official opening ceremony of Uzbekistan Culture Days and the gala concert.
Ziyovuddin Nuriddinov, UzA
