The event began with a welcome speech by ISAM Director Murtaza Bedir, who emphasized the importance of strengthening academic ties and exchanging experience in Islamic studies between Turkey and Uzbekistan. Firdavs Abdukhalikov, Director of the Center for Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan and Chairman of WOSCU, in his opening remarks, highlighted the significance of collaboration between research centers and thanked the Turkish colleagues for their warm reception.
The delegation was introduced to the activities of the Center for Islamic Studies (ISAM). Special attention was given to the discussion of scientific projects and research programs, as well as the ISAM library, which is one of the largest in Turkey in the field of Islamic studies.
During the visit, there was also a presentation of the multi-volume Islamic Encyclopedia on historical figures, the history, and theology of Islam, prepared by ISAM’s research institute. The books reflect the richness of Islamic culture and manuscript heritage, including the contributions of notable scholars and researchers from Uzbekistan.
At the conclusion of the meeting, negotiations were held on further cooperation. The parties discussed the possibilities of joint projects in the field of Islamic civilization studies and the organization of joint events. The creation of an encyclopedia on the scholars of Uzbekistan was also discussed.
