The Turkic Week held in Austria’s capital, Vienna, enhanced the visibility of the Turkic World in multilateral diplomacy. This was stated by the Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), Kubanychbek Omuraliev.

He noted that Turkic Week was highly productive and that the events held enabled the Turkic World to demonstrate its contribution to culture, history, and civilization.

Mr. Omuraliev emphasized that the project carries not only a cultural but also a diplomatic message and highlighted the importance of engaging with international organizations. According to him, Vienna hosts numerous international organizations, and meetings with representatives of the UN Office in Vienna were organized as part of the program.

He reported that, through a photo exhibition organized at the UN Office in Vienna, the OTS showcased the shared cultural heritage of the Turkic World and also held events for the diaspora, youth, and the academic community.

The Secretary General noted that the gala concert featuring artists from the Turkic World countries attracted significant public interest. He emphasized that Turkic Week contributed to strengthening the “reflex” of joint action of the Turkic World, which constitutes a key philosophy of the OTS. He also drew attention to the fact that this initiative was first organized in 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland, after which the event acquired a framework format that has since become a tradition. In the future, the OTS plans to hold Turkic Week in various capitals.

“Our goal is to make the shared vision of the Turkic World, the spirit of cooperation, and social dynamism more visible and sustainable on multilateral platforms”, the OTS Secretary General noted.

According to him, Turkic Week represents a holistic approach that brings together culture, diplomacy, and international engagement, thereby strengthening the global perception of the Turkic World.

“Diplomacy is not limited to political contacts alone”, Mr. Omuraliev added. “Culture, art, the diaspora, and youth are also integral parts of this process. Turkic Week in Vienna served as a vivid confirmation of this approach”.

I. Abdukhalikov, UzA