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                                              LATEST NEWS : October 2010                     ARCHIVES

 

The fourth International industrial fair and Cooperation exchange ended in Tashkent on 30 October. The forum of industrialists of Uzbekistan was held on the initiative of the President Islam Karimov.   Its purpose is to promote cooperation among and within various sectors of economy. The fair and exchange demonstrated the new products to be manufactured in 2011.

 The featured sectors included geological survey, processing of raw materials, high technologies, car building, agricultural machinery, electronics, chemical, pharmaceutical, light, food industries, construction materials, transport and others.

Over 650 foreign companies from 51 country participated in the fair this year, along with more than 700 local enterprises and companies.

The fair and exchange resulted in signing of contracts worth over UZS 2.6 trillion in national currency (UZS 2 billion last year) and about USD 3 billion in foreign currency (USD 2.3 billion last year).

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Uzbekistan amputee football team, which defeated Argentina 3-1 in the final match of the 2010 World Cup in Crespo, Argentina (16-24 October), has returned to Tashkent on 30 October. Uzbekistan became the world champion for the second time after their World Cup victory in 2007. Representatives of government, sportsmen, journalists and sport lovers greeted the national team at the Tashkent international airport.

The Uzbek team defeated Brazil and came with a drew against Iran in the first round of the World Cup, followed by victories over England and Brazil, and a draw against Russia. In the semifinal, the Uzbek players won over Turkey.

“Our players have demonstrated high professionalism and their strong will and courage,” team trainer Rustam Kariyev said.

“During the World Cup, our team had always felt support of our President and the people. When the anthem of Uzbekistan was played in the honor of our players, I saw tears in the eyes of my team,” he added.

Vice Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, chairman of the Women’s Committee Farida Akbarova participated in the ceremony.

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“Uzbekistan is a country of friendship” concert devoted to the 18th anniversary of the country’s Constitution was held at Turkiston palace in Tashkent. Organized by the Republican International Cultural Center, the event featured performances by representatives of the national cultural centers functioning in Uzbekistan.

Opening the concert, director of the International Cultural Center Nasriddin Muhammadiyev said that representatives of various nations and nationalities live in peace and harmony in the country.

Their rights for obtaining education, profession and healthcare are protected by the Constitution. They also have all opportunities for preservation and development of their national traditions and values.

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The Day of German Economy was held in Tashkent on 29 October in the framework of the Week of Germany in Uzbekistan.

The forum participants considered expansion of trade, economic and investment cooperation between the two states, namely in the areas of oil and gas, machinery building, electronics, banking and finance, IT and others.

“Germany is interested in further expansion and strengthening of cooperation with Uzbekistan in various areas,” Bernhard Duch of the German Federal Ministry of Economy and Technologies said.

“Both countries have potential for expansion of bilateral cooperation,” he added, noting that Uzbekistan has created wide opportunities for foreign investors.

Germany is one of the active investors in the Uzbek economy. A number of investment projects worth over EUR 1 million has been implemented in Uzbekistan with participation of German capital.

The relations between the two countries are based on more than 100 documents of interstate, intergovernmental and interdepartmental level. Among them are agreements on cooperation in the investment, financial and technical areas.

Trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Germany made up USD 338.6 million in January-August 2010.

About 130 joint ventures set up with German investments and almost 60 representative offices of German companies currently operate in Uzbekistan.
 

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660 new rural houses built according to type projects are about to be commissioned in Surkhandarya region in southern Uzbekistan. The residential areas are being created in accordance with the President’s resolution of 3 August 2009 on expansion of construction in rural areas.   The aim of the scheme is to provide rural people with modern housing and decrease the gap in living conditions between the cities and villages.

“660 modern houses will soon be commissioned in 14 districts of the region,” Qudrat Qurbonniyozov, director of Qishloq Qurilish Invest engineering company said.

“90 houses in Kuchakli village of Denau district and 50 houses in Angor district are ready for settlement,” he added.

A total of over UZS 39.6 billion soums have been allocated for construction of new houses in the region, including UZS 24.9 billion worth of long-term preferential credits of Qishloq Qurilish Bank and UZS 9.9 billion of initial deposits of the population.
 

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A round table on training management personnel program, implemented in Uzbekistan jointly with German organization Capacity Building International (Inwent), opened in Tashkent.

Organized by the Foreign economy relations, investments and trade ministry, Commerce and industry chamber of Uzbekistan and the German Economy and technology ministry, the event gathered representatives of state bodies, public organizations, companies and scientists from both countries.

Germany is one of the important trade and economic partners of Uzbekistan in Europe. A large number of projects is being implemented in various sectors of Uzbekistan jointly with German investors.

Inwent has collaborated with SSP-Maroqand management training center of the Commerce and industry chamber. To date, more than 140 young entrepreneurs from Uzbekistan underwent training in Germany.

During the two-day round table, its participants will consider successful practices in business, industrial production, management, consultancy, innovations, ,service and other sectors.
 

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The conference devoted to cooperation between Uzbekistan and UNESCO was held at the academic lyceum of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy.

Uzbekistan became the member of UNESCO on 26 October 1993. To date, the country has joined almost 10 international documents adopted by the international organization.

The UNESCO supports activities in Uzbekistan to research, promote and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the country.

A number of historical objects of Uzbekistan have been included in the UNESCO world cultural heritage list, including Ichan-Qala castle in Khiva, and historical centers of Samarkand, Bukhara and Shahrisabz.

Unique samples of musical art like Baisun folklore, Shashmakom, Katta ashula and Navruz holiday are in the UNESCO cultural heritage list.

The UNESCO has also participated in the celebration of the anniversaries of the ancient cities of Uzbekistan and the 1,000th anniversary of Mamun Academy in Khorezm.
 

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The delegation of the European Parliament, which is on a visit in Uzbekistan, held talks with the Speaker of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan Dilorom Tashmuhamedova.

The sides considered issues of expansion of cooperation between the Uzbek and European parliaments.

At the session of the Uzbekistan-European Union parliamentary cooperation committee, the current state and prospects of cooperation between the country and the EU were considered.

Among the issues discussed were relations between Uzbekistan and the EU in the financial, economic, humanitarian and legal fields.

The EU has been actively cooperating with the Central Asian states, including Uzbekistan. In 2004, the EU initiated the regional dialogue mechanism EU-Central Asia.

Uzbekistan cooperates with the EU in the areas of economy, politics, law, agriculture, energy, transport, education, know how, drug control, reconstruction of Afghanistan, regional security and stability.

The Uzbekistan-EU committee was set up in 2000 to boost parliamentary cooperation.
The members of the EU delegation also met the Ombudsman of Uzbekistan Sayyora Rashidova and held negotiations at the Foreign Ministry.
 

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The fourth International industrial fair and Cooperation exchange opened at Tashkent’s Uzexpocenter on 26 October. The main goal of the fair and exchange is to promote cooperation between and within the industries. The fair and exchange are held in two stages, the first being the regional and sector-wise fair and exchange.   During the first stage, held in May-July, 1,450 enterprises signed over 2,640 contracts to purchase and supply products worth UZS 1.5 million.

At the final stage, 715 local enterprises are participating (378 last year) and over 650 foreign companies and organizations (602) from 51 states.

More than 60 presentations of industrial sectors, as well as academic institutes developing innovative projects will be held during the fair.

The sectors of the fair include geological survey, processing of mineral resources, car and machinery building, chemical, pharmaceutical, light and food industries, construction materials and others.

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President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov received Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry of Qatar Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah at Oqsaroy residence on 26 October. Welcoming the guest, the President noted that Uzbekistan and Qatar had a huge potential to develop bilateral cooperation. Islam Karimov expressed his deep respect to the Emir of Qatar and gratitude for welcoming him to visit Qatar.

The President said Qatar’s example of efficient and rational use of natural resources and successful modernization of economy with use of innovative technologies deserved attention.
 

Vice Prime Minister of Qatar said his country was interested in expansion of all-round cooperation with Uzbekistan. “His Majesty Emir of Qatar expresses high interest in strengthening ties with Uzbekistan. We are expecting your visit to our state and have many expectations of it,” Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah said. The State of Qatar considers its relations with Uzbekistan among priority directions, highly evaluating the constructive character of Uzbekistan’s policy on the regional and international levels.

The mutual partnership covers areas like rated, investments, energy, IT, telecommunications and tourism. A recent Uzbekistan-Qatar business forum held in Doha identified prospective directions of bilateral cooperation.

The book of President Karimov “High spirituality is an invincible power” was published in Qatar in the Arabic language. Its presentation was held at Doha University.

During his recent official visit to Turkmenistan, the head of Uzbekistan highlighted the importance of developing of the prospective project of transport and communication corridor Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Iran-Oman-Qatar. The initiative, that would link the Central Asian region with the Gulf states, has already drawn big interest in many states.

Another area of interest for businesses of Qatar is the free industrial and economic zone Navoi in central Uzbekistan, which offers attractive investment opportunities.

During the talks, the sides also considered other topics representing mutual interest.
 

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The fourth round of the National Days of Immunization against Poliomyelitis was launched in Uzbekistan on 25 October. Unlike in the first three rounds, which covered some 3 million children under the age of 5, the fourth round will cover over 10 million children and teenagers aged 0 to 15 years. According to specialists, although poliomyelitis is most frequent among children below 5, the serious disease may also affect teenagers and adults who had not been vaccinated properly before.

The first three rounds of immunization were held in Uzbekistan with support from the UNICEF and USAID in May, June and July. The fourth round will last through 30 October.

Prior to the immunization week, required quantities of the vaccine were delivered to all regions of the country, and special medical groups and immunization stations were set up.

In Uzbekistan, no cases of poliomyelitis have been registered since 1996. The children under the age of 7 are vaccinated on a systematic basis.
 

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Decree of President Islam Karimov “On additional measures to increase food production and saturation of the domestic market” from 26 January, 2009 is essential in ensuring the program of anti-crisis measures.

Financial institutions of Jizzah region provide financial support to local producers of food products on the basis of this document. The regional commercial banks have allocated 11 billion 605 million soums of loans for this purpose within the 9 months of this year. Particular attention is paid to the development of a livestock and poultry.

“We built poultry complex taking 53 million soums of soft loan from Aloka-bank,” said the head of the Jizzah private enterprise “Okkurgonlik” Mamatkul Rakhmatov. “We bought 4,000 broiler chickens, the necessary equipment and feed. In the future we plan to increase the number of birds by 6,000 and produce up to 8 tons of high quality dietary products a year.”

Today, entrepreneurs are increasingly spreading in the region with the help of bank loans and supplying the population with meat and eggs by affordable prices. Thus, 26 poultry farms were formed in the past period of this year. Their number should increase by another 10 until the end of the year.

Along with traditional forms of agriculture such high-yield sector as beekeeping, fish farming, greenhouses, orchards and melon are also developing. Farmers and entrepreneurs are provided with bank loans. Only this year, financial institutions of the region allocated $ 250 million soums of credits for development of beekeeping, fish – 163 million sums, construction of greenhouses – 642 million soums, gardening – 207 million soums for the purchase of vegetable seeds, potatoes, melons and fruits – 1 billion 680 million soums.

In particular, honey production has increased by 30%, growing vegetables – by 13,4%, vegetables – by 9.5%, melons – by 34.2%, potatoes – by 9.2% over the past 9 months of 2010 compared to the same period of last year.

Processing industry is also increasingly growing and constructing new enterprises with increasing the volumes of production. And it serves to create more jobs, higher incomes and living standards.
 

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As previously reported, the President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov on the invitation of President Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov paid an official visit to Turkmenistan. A lot of preparatory work was done in Ashgabat prior to visit of Uzbek President.   The city airport and streets were decorated flags of two states as well as welcoming banners in Uzbek and Turkmen languages.

Major events of the visit began on 19 October in Oguzgent residence with a conversation of two leaders in one-on-one. A detailed exchange of views took place on a wide range of issues concerning Uzbek-Turkmen relations, regional and international issues of mutual interest.

Islam Karimov noted that commonality of interests and views were confirmed in a comprehensive deepening of mutual relations, similar positions on almost all issues.

“Uzbekistan has consistently supported the deeply thoughtful foreign policy of Turkmenistan and its objective approach and sound initiatives to strengthen regional and international security, expand trade and economic ties in the region, development of transport and communication corridors and energy routes,” said Islam Karimov.

Uzbek leader noted that despite the ongoing world financial crisis in 2009, bilateral trade increased by about 40%. Joint efforts and practical measures, including the holding of national exhibitions of the two countries in Ashgabat and Tashkent contributed to it, the President emphasized.

“We are confident that the establishment of free trade zone between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan will remove barriers to free movement of goods produced in our countries and promote cooperation ties between enterprises,” said President Karimov.

The launch of Turkmen-Uzbek joint venture for the implementation and maintenance of vehicles manufactured in Uzbekistan was a practical step in the development of direct cooperation between business entities, it was noted during discussions.

Islam Karimov stressed that Uzbekistan fully supported the implementation of gas pipeline construction project Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan-Kazakhstan-China, which form a stable transit corridor for natural gas and diversify the direction of hydrocarbon exports from Central Asia.

The communication capacity of the region and its promising areas was also discussed during the talks.

The sides discussed the opening of transport corridor of Uzbekistan-Iran-Oman-Qatar and other Gulf countries in the region. “I’m pleased to have found a full understanding in President of Turkmenistan that this corridor will open vast opportunities in the areas of the world market that our countries need,” Islam Karimov said.

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are reliable partners in development and implementation of the project, Uzbek leader emphasized.

“It is a special project. Besides our countries, many other states are interested in it. Turkmenistan plays important role in its implementation and if Turkmenistan takes up this matter, all other countries will welcome it.”

Following the talks, Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov signed the joint Uzbek-Turkmen statement. The Program of Cooperation in cultural and humanitarian sphere for 2011-2013 was signed between the governments of two states.

On the second day of the visit, presidents visited the city of Dashoguz.

Uzbek-Turkmen Friendship Festival began on 18 October in Dashoguz, gathering over 300 artists from both countries.

There the two leaders viewed an exhibition of products of national applied art and food. They also attended the show of riders and kurashists.

President of Turkmenistan presented the Akhal-Teke, the unique breed of horse to Uzbek leader.
The main event of the festival a gala concert featuring artists of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan was held in Ruhiyat Palace in Dashoguz.

Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov noted that the art forum, organized for the first time in the history of two countries further promote cooperation in the sphere of culture and art between the Uzbek and Turkmen people.

“Today, in a picturesque part of Turkmenistan, in Dashoguz we all have witnessed a truly historic event that will leave an indelible mark on the cultural life of the Turkmen and Uzbek people,” said Islam Karimov.

“Our wise forefathers said: “If you want to know the nature of the heart and soul of any nation, first get aware of its culture, literature and art.” Naturally, in the works of poets and composers, Bakhshi and performers of every nation joys and sorrows, dreams and aspirations, noble aspirations of the nation are embodied.”

“The national classical art and pop of Turkmenistan vividly represent an ever more prosperous life of the Turkmen people, their confident gait in all spheres of life, energy and enthusiasm of the Turkmen youth and the incomparable beauty of Turkmen women,” Uzbek President stated.

“I am sure that our Turkmen friends are also reading the works of our great thinker Alisher Navoi, under the sound of Uzbek melodies and songs that represent the past and present of our people living in Uzbekistan.”

“For centuries, Uzbek and Turkmen people have lived side by side in peace and harmony. This is reflected in the art of the two nations,” said Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov. “This is important in the manifestation of our people’s inherent noble qualities like kindness, peace and generosity.”

The official visit of President Islam Karimov to Turkmenistan ended, raising the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries to the next level.

The talks in Ashgabat and the festival of friendship in Dashoguz once again demonstrated that cooperation between two states was developing in line with the principles of good neighborliness, friendship and brotherhood.
 

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Joint Production Association Uzbek Metallurgical Plant continues to gain experience of managing in a market economy and confidently implement a long-term program to expand the production activities and present its products on world markets thanks to constant attention and support of the country’s leadership. Having extensive experience in producing metal products, Uzmetkombinat is betting on an increase in production volumes, reducing its cost and improving the quality and competitiveness.

The reconstruction and technical re-phased modernization of production through the procurement and installation of modern technology and equipment as well as training and staff development are actively undergoing in the plant.

According to the deputy head of the engineering center of the Joint Production Association Uzmetkombinat Nariman Umerov, the company produced 559.6 thousand tons of steel, shipped 543.8 thousand tons of finished steel and manufactured consumer goods for 14.2 billion soums within the first 9 months of this year.

Also within the reporting period, Uzmetkombinat mastered a few new products. Now the company produces hot-rolled steel for reinforcing concrete structures, steel equal-angle used in metal structures, welding electrodes with a special coating designed for welding of steel structures, lifting electromagnets to capture and transport of sheet metal ingots and scrap crane mechanisms.

In general, products for over 96 billion soums were released and and the company mastered the production of its four titles by the Program of localization for the first 9 months of the year.

The project “Modernization of electrical equipment and automatic control of the camp “300” section rolling shop 2 Uzmetkombinat” is completed. This will improve the reliability of the systems, increase productivity of rolling mill and improve the quality of products.

The construction of a foundation device for equipment that has already been manufactured and delivered is completed. Uzmetkombinat made installation and commissioning, trained the personnel and conducted pilot tests together with representatives of the company Nobag Nobs Engineering AG (Switzerland). The union has already received its first product – copper and brass strip for the automotive industry. The project to replace the worn out equipment in the steel and rolling mills is in the final stage.

In 2011, Uzmetkombinat will master new types of products, among them – hot-rolled equal angle, designed for use on the most important structures, various types of radiators with brass and copper strips as well as multi-saving devices, implementation of which will provide energy savings are not less than 5%.

The project to replace the obsolete unit on the installation of modern air separation plants, which will shorten the duration of melting metal from 60 to 55 minutes and save about 3.8 million dollars a year will be completed. Putting into operation of this installation will provide an opportunity to meet the needs of enterprise in oxygen, liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon. The last, for example, will be used for steel purging, which will be received better grades of steel.

Uzmetkombinat will participate in the fall round of the International Industrial Fair and Cooperation Exchange. At present, specialists of combine carefully preparing for an upcoming event.

Uzmetkombinat will place its products in the exhibition hall Uzexpocenter, among which – ferrous metals, grinding balls, copper and its alloys, welding electrodes, steel enamelled ware, construction nails, wire mesh, netting as well as its new species, developed in 2010, promising products, projected to the development of medium-term program, the imported refractory materials, components and spare parts, ready for production at the enterprises of the country.

Taking part in last year’s fair, the plant concluded a contract for the purchase of products from manufacturers in the country this year. Uzmetkombinat has made 100% of the forward-looking job under execution of contracts for first 9 months of 2010. Plant is planning to find new partners and expand the geography of its exports during the upcoming Fair.

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President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov arrived in Ashgabat with an official visit by invitation of President Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov on 19 October. Turkmen President Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov welcomed Uzbek leader at official ceremony held at the international airport of Ashgabat.   The honorary guard was formed in the honor of the high guest. The state anthems of the two states were played.   The President Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov passed the honorary guard.

In one-on-one, the two leaders had a conversation, exchanged views on the wide range issues concerning Uzbek-Turkmen relations, regional and international problems of mutual interest.

“Today, trade and economic cooperation between our two countries is priority,” Islam Karimov said. “We see Turkmenistan as a reliable and long-term economic partner. A dynamic and progressive development of economic and trade ties will provide a solid foundation for the development of our relations. Cooperation between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan is developing in line with the interests of both parties, regional and international developments.”

“Turkmen-Uzbek relations are especially significant with similarities in views and approaches to the issues of bilateral cooperation, regional and international problems,” Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov said. “The mutual trust, friendship and good neighborliness, respect for national traditions and values of our peoples bring us together. Turkmenistan appreciates the developing relationship with Uzbekistan.”

The Presidents discussed issues related to political, trade-economic and humanitarian cooperation between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, the strengthening of regional security and stability.

The Presidents exchanged views on the situation in Afghanistan. Islam Karimov stressed that the situation in Afghanistan can not be stabilized by using only military force in the country, turned into ruins in the years of war, they need restoring essential economic and social spheres, involving large-scale international assistance, strengthening of statehood, the provision of employment.
Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov also exchanged views on the efficient use of water energy resources in Central Asia, further development of regional cooperation to mitigate the negative impact of the global economic crisis. Particularly similar and close views of the parties were on the management of shared water resources, which are vital and relevant to the entire region.

Bilateral economic cooperation is also wide. Both countries are rapidly developing oil and gas industry, expanding a partnership with foreign investors in the fuel and energy complex. In this sphere, our countries are also actively participating in multilateral projects along with bilateral cooperation. The pipeline “Central Asia – China” opened in 2009 serves as an example.

The sphere of transport is an important element of economic cooperation. Transportation of cargoes to Turkmenistan is carried out through the territory of Uzbekistan and through the territory of Turkmenistan to Uzbekistan. Communication of our countries operates a transit function for third-country nationals. It was noted that better use of transport and transit potential of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, the possibilities of opening new lines of transportation will be beneficial not only for the two countries, but many other states.

Presidents continued the negotiations with the participation of official delegations of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. The discussions focused on issues of trade-economic and humanitarian nature.

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are among the leading countries in producing and transporting natural gas. The close cooperation of our countries is important in the context of ever increasing energy demand and the ongoing global economic crisis sphere.

The issues of improving the products with high added value through joint involvement in investment, that is a major international consortia and in Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan’s gas industry. This will provide an opportunity to raise the income derived from oil and gas industry. This serves to strengthen the cooperation between our countries, create jobs and build new infrastructures.

As noted, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan have great potential in terms of international transit of goods. Thanks to close cooperation in this regard the volume of export and import of goods of the two states transported through the territories of our countries, reached almost 2.5 million tons per year.

Tourism as one of the most high-income areas is one of the priority areas of cooperation. Relationship in this area along with the development of the bilateral exchange of tourists also serves to attract tourists from other states.

Uzbekistan exports services, food, mechanical equipment, vehicles, glass, ferrous metals and articles thereof, optical, chemical products to Turkmenistan. From Turkmenistan Uzbekistan imports plastic and plastic products, services, products of inorganic chemistry. In 2009, the volume of trade amounted to $185.7 million USD. However, as noted in the course of negotiations, this figure does not fully reflect the real opportunities.

The number of joint ventures also can not correspond to the potential parties. It is possible to create joint ventures along with the oil and gas, agriculture, transport, tourism and other areas. These include information technology, construction materials, agro-processing, textile and other industries.

Development of measures trigger untapped opportunities, discovery and development of new areas of cooperation are assigned to the intergovernmental joint commission on trade-economic, scientific-technical and cultural cooperation. In recent years, this committee initiated by the Presidents meets regularly. National exhibitions of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are organized in Tashkent and Ashgabat.

Issues on humanitarian cooperation also were discussed within the negotiations. Undoubtedly, the spiritual closeness, traditional friendly ties between our peoples are important in the development of this direction.

Workers of culture and arts of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan regularly participate in organized festivals, exhibitions and forums in both countries. In particular, the Turkmen artists regularly participate in international music festival “Sharq taronalari” held in Samarkand. In 2009, the representatives of Turkmenistan L.Begnazarova won the Grand Prix of the festival.

The 200-year anniversary of the prominent Turkmen poet Mollanepes is widely celebrated in Uzbekistan in March of this year.

Uzbek-Turkmen Friendship Festival passing these days in the Turkmen city of Dashoguz is another example of cooperation in the cultural sphere.

Following the talks, President Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov signed the joint Uzbek-Turkmen statement. The two governments had signed a program of cooperation in cultural and humanitarian sphere for 2011-2013.

At the meeting with representatives of the media, Islam Karimov and Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov noted that the talks were held openly, constructively and in a spirit of mutual trust and respect, and stressed that the agreements serve for further development of Uzbek-Turkmen relations and the interests of both peoples.

Official visit of President Islam Karimov to Turkmenistan continues.
 

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The second republican exhibition of housing projects for rural population opened in Uzkurgazmasavdo. The event was organized by the State Committee of Architecture and Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan jointly with the Design and Research Institute Kishlokkurilishloyiha, Qishloq Qurilish Bank and Qishloq Qurilish Invest engineering company.

Within the exhibition the architects, designers, manufacturers of building materials and equipment, electrical equipment, representatives of the rural regions of the country organized special expositions of model projects of individual housing for rural population, socio-cultural and domestic objects, building materials, windows, doors and stained glass.

The projects of single-storey three, four and five-room houses with the use of local building materials were also presented at the event.

The new houses will be built in oriental style taking into account of the national way of life, climate conditions and with modern utilities.

The exposition visitors can take part in seminars on such issues as selection of tracts of land for housing construction, advantages of improved project, allocation of mortgage loans, etc.
 

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The President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov on the invitation of the President Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov left for an official visit to Ashgabat on 19 October.

The issues of expansion of Uzbek-Turkmen cooperation and important regional and international problems of mutual interest will be discussed during the visit.

Also, several bilateral documents aimed at deepening the interaction in various spheres between the two states will be signed on the results of the talks.

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A five-day training seminar on the issues of organizing psychological counseling for cancer patients started in Tashkent.

Organized in cooperation with the Republican Public Association Women’s Council, the UN Population Fund and other organizations, the event gathered the experts of oncologic dispensaries, health clinics and prenatal screening centers of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, regions and Tashkent city as well as doctors and psychologists.

As noted at the seminar, identifying early signs of the illness, correct diagnosis and timely treatment was important. Along with treatment of cancer patients by chemotherapy and surgery, psychological rehabilitation and support plays important role in their reintegration into society and family.

The training sessions, which will last for five days, will discuss reports on major goals and objectives of oncology, psychological aspects of women’s cancers, particularly, their rehabilitation.
 

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The traditional international tennis tournament “Tashkent Challenger 2010”, which was attended by strong racket masters from almost 20 countries, had successfully completed in the courts of the Republican Tennis School of Olympic Reserve. In the final, Carl Beck from Slovakia and Jill Muller of Luxembourg fought for the victory. The Slovakian tennis player won the grand prize of the tournament in the decisive battle with a score of 6:7, 6:4, 7:5.

“These prestigious competitions, organized in Uzbekistan, were held at high level,” said the top prize winner Carl Beck. “It shows the great attention paid to your country’s sport and, in particular, the development of tennis.”

In doubles competition, the tournament representatives of Great Britain Ross Hutchins and Jamie Murray beat Slovakian Philippe Polasek and Carl Beck with a score of 2:6, 6:4, 10:8.

The participants of the contest as well as the representatives of the Association of Professional Tennis Players (APP), experts, coaches and athletes said that this year’s tournament was held at a high level.

Khokim of Tashkent city A.Tukhtayev participated in the closing ceremony of the tournament.
 

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The President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov will pay an official visit to Turkmenistan on 19-20 October on the invitation of the President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguli Berdimuhamedov.

During the visit, the issues of expansion of Uzbek-Turkmen cooperation and problems of regional and international importance will be considered.

On the results of the talks, signing of bilateral documents aimed at deepening the interaction of the two states in various spheres is expected.
 

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An exhibition as a part of the country’s ongoing Fifth International Biennale of Photography TashkentALE – 2010 was organized in the Central Exhibition Hall of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan.

The exposition consists of two parts, the first one featuring the creative works of photographers of the country on the topic: “Uzbekistan – our common home”. Unique landscapes of homeland are reflected in their works with all the beauty and charm.

In the second part, visitors get acquainted with the work of artists from Argentina, Russia, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Bangladesh, Vietnam and Pakistan along with the works of Uzbek photographers.

“We are convinced during the events held in high spirit that the Uzbek masters work successfully in a variety of genres and styles of photography,” said the photographer of the Italian magazine “Photo” Claudio Markotsi. “Also, we were able to visit galleries, exhibition halls, museums of your country.”

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On 14 October 2010, in the framework of the week of art Art Week Style.Uz, a concert of the Spanish tenor Jose Carreras, one of the world stars of opera, was held at Uzbekistan Palace of international forums. The majestic concert hall, built on the initiative of President Islam Karimov, was filled with admirers of art. “I’m honored to perform at such a big stage in Uzbekistan,” said Jose Carreras. “Uzbek opera fans have caused me great delight. I won the love of Uzbeks who have fine taste to classical music.”

José Carreras occupies a leading position in world art. Born in 1946 in the Catalan province of Spain, Carreras studied at the Barcelona Conservatory in piano and vocal. He began his career in 1979 as a soloist of Liceu Theater in Barcelona.

Jose Carreras performed on stages of world’s most prestigious theaters such as La Scala in Milan, New York’s Metropolitan Opera, London Royal Opera House, and gained recognition and love of millions of fans. Owner of a unique and melodic tenor is the executor of the major parties for more than 60 operas such as Andre Chenier, La Bohème, Tosca, Werther, Don Carlos, Carmen, Force of Destiny, Clowns, The Elixir of Love, The Masquerade. His discography includes more than 150 records that incorporate 50 full-length operas, oratorios, modern and classic music.

Jose Carreras is the executor of the major parties in several films, operas – “Theodore”, “Turandot”, “Stiffelio,” “The Last Song”, “Life Story”. In particular, in the feature film “The Last Song” he played the famous Spanish singer Julian Gayyarre. X. Carreras is the recipient of prestigious international awards Emmy, Grand Prix du Disque, Luigi Illica, Grammy Award, winner of gold medals in many international competitions.
 

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On 13-14 October, the Sixth International Uzbek Cotton Fair was held in Tashkent. Contracts and agreements to purchase more than 650 thousand tons – such amount of cotton fiber were signed in the days of the fair.   In addition, contracts worth more than $500 million USD were signed to export the products of domestic textile enterprises, including more than $100 million USD – for the supply of finished textile products.

The Fair ended, but the contracting continues. Foreign consumers of Uzbek cotton are convinced that Uzbekistan is a reliable partner, providing stability of supply and guarantee of high quality goods.

Major reforms undertaken in the cotton sector are complex, affecting all areas from development of new, high-yielding varieties with market needs, organizations of the international harvesting requirements, production, storage, standardization, quality and processing of cotton to the formation of the most optimal conditions for the sale and transportation of purchased volumes on existing and new routes.

The country’s leadership pays constant attention to the development and capacity building of farmers’ movement, expansion of deep processing harvest. And the farmers and producers of cotton are supplied with soft loans, advanced technologies and appliances.

More than 600 representatives of 300 foreign traders and textile companies from 36 countries came to Tashkent in this year’s fair. About 20 cotton varieties with high yield and long, clean and high color purity, with a range of micronaire from 3,5 to 4,9 – exactly as the need for which is the highest in the world, were exposed in the fair market.

“We have been buying Uzbek cotton for the Russian textile industry for 10 years,” said the purchasing director of the company FCA Commexim Pavel Mayorov. “We are sure to participate in each Cotton Fair, which allows on-site negotiation of all terms of delivery and make deal on the most profitable. Besides, there is almost all of the world cotton community that gives us a unique opportunity to be constantly aware of the dynamics of this market globally.”

The leading international experts who participated in the fair, informed traders and manufacturers about changes in supply, demand and prices on world cotton markets, characteristics of the cotton industry in different countries and recent trends in the textile industry.

The high quality of bright, all the colors of yarn and fabrics, light, elegant garments and knitwear are fully appreciated by foreign partners. And the presentations of individual textile projects were carried out within the fair.

“Thanks to the fair, we were able to establish new contacts. We expect to increase our exports to $5 million USD as the result of the agreements concluded here. Besides, we increased communication with partners in Uzbekistan and hope it will allow us to put products for 500 million soums on the domestic market,” said the sales manager of the Uzbek-Turkish sewing and knitting JV Shayhontohur Textile Rustam Rakhmatullayev.

In addition, the competitiveness of domestic textile industry is ensured by reducing the cost of production and thoughtful marketing.

The representatives of the world cotton business exchanged views on possibilities of expanding the trade cooperation with Uzbekistan. One of the results of the annual fair was the fact that the proportion of producers, the representatives of foreign textile companies significantly increased.

“Participation in the annual International Uzbek Cotton Fair creates great opportunities for our business,” said General Director of Superperfekt from Hong Kong Alois Shonberger. “Cooperation with Uzbekistan, which we have been working for 16 years, has great appeal. Primarily, Uzbek cotton has a profitable price and excellent quality. This year, we have entered into a contract to buy 30,000 tons of fiber. I am sure that we will cooperate further.”

The participants of the fair particularly emphasized the effectiveness of economic reforms held in Uzbekistan. They visited a cotton processing plant in Yangiyul, cotton terminal Toshkent-tola and a joint venture textile TashBrunnenteks.” In addition, they participated in the bidding of the Uzbek Republican Commodity Exchange, which was first organized within the fair.

The authority of Uzbekistan as one of the leaders of the world cotton business increases from year to year. One of the important links in a new market mechanism for the implementation of fiber produced in Uzbekistan has become an annual International Uzbek Cotton Fair. The sixth Fair is a prime example of effective economic policy of Uzbekistan and huge changes aimed at further strengthening of the economic power of the state, the dynamic development of all sectors and spheres.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Economic Relations, Investments and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan Elyor Ganiyev spoke at the closing ceremony of the fair.
 

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When buying clothes or fabric, a buyer first draws attention to the label and material it is made from. Consumer tries to buy a product made of 100% cotton. After all, it’s long been known that such clothes are useful for human health, comfortable and practical in everyday life. The International Uzbek Cotton Fair serves as important factor to support domestic producers of high quality cotton fiber. It also contributes to establish direct international partnerships and conclude agreements without intermediaries.

The private enterprise Dilrabo SDA in Turakurgan district of Namangan region produces knitwear from natural raw cotton. Over 130 young people are employed at the company, producing 4,000-5,000 sets of modern clothes a day.

The company delivered ready-to-wear products worth over 1 billion Uzbek soums to market in the 9 months of 2010.

In 2009, the venture exported dozens of types of men’s and women’s clothing, t-shirts and children’s clothing worth $250,000 USD.

“We launched our company in 2004, investing 240 million soums into the old plant,” said the head of the enterprise Masudahon Sadikova. According to her, the company’s revenue made 1,5 million Uzbek soums in 2009, thus increasing the financial interests of the employees.
 

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The International Canoe Federation (ICF) named a member of the Uzbekistan canoe national team a two-fold world champion Vadim Menkov “The best canoeist of 2010.” Vadim Menkov is leading the world ranking on canoe for the second year. In 2009, he won one gold and two silver medals at the three stages of World Cup, held in Czech Republic, Poland and Hungary.   He was the winner of the world championship in Canada on distance for 1,000 meters, after which the IFC gave him a special prize as the best canoeist. Currently, Vadim Menkov within the national team is preparing for next Asian Games to be held on 12-27 November this year in Guangzhou, China.   www.uza.uz

Within the frame of Art Week Style.UZ, an international scientific-practical conference titled “Preservation of Historical and Cultural Heritage: from Theory to Practice,” was held in Tashkent.
It brought together the archaeologists, art historians, cultural experts, ethnographers, and the staff of museums of Uzbekistan, France, Spain, Japan and Turkmenistan.

“Uzbekistan has a rich and unique history,” said Japanese archeologist Kato Kyudzo.

“The valuable information on the Great Silk Road plays an important role in the further enrichment and development of the science such as history, archeology and art history. This indicates that your homeland had occupied an important place in scientific and cultural development around the world.

I once saw this in the course of many years of research, conducted jointly with the Uzbek scientists in such ancient cities as Dalvarzintepa and Koratepa.”

The reports on the study and promotion of historical and cultural heritage and the adoption of modern technologies were presented at the conference.

Within the conference an exhibition was organized at the Youth Creativity Palace on the settlement of Kanha, the ancient city found in Tashkent region.The exhibition features photographs taken during the expedition in the archaeological complex of Kanha and the unique household items and jewelry.
 

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Within the framework of the Art Week Style.UZ, the attire show titled Underground by young Uzbek designers was held at the Youth Creativity Palace in Tashkent. Traditionally held by the Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan, the art week plays important role in identifying and supporting the talented young fashion designers.   It also contributes to acquaintance of both local and foreign fashion experts with their works.

Up to date, many young people, who participated in previous Underground shows are successfully engaged in the field of apparel design.

During the demonstration the audience was presented with the examples of the work by young designers like Munisa Askarova, Taisia Chursina, Gulya Razzakova, Nadejda Kim, Umida Yusupova, Larisa Belaya, Kamola Ikramova, Liliya Polyunina and Evgeniya Yelizarova.
 

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The first international theater festival “Theatre.UZ/2010”, jointly organized by the Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Culture and Sport and the creative-production association “Uzbekteatr” completed in Tashkent in the Youth Theater of Uzbekistan. The members of various ministries, agencies and creative organizations, culture and art, theater fans and students, representatives of international organizations and diplomatic corps accredited in Uzbekistan took part in the event held in connection with this festival.

One of the successful projects organized by the fund Forum together with various ministries and departments, is the first international theater festival “Theatre.UZ/2010”.

The festival held from 2 through 11 October, had great importance in the further development of theatrical art of Uzbekistan and familiarizing with the performances of national and international theaters, creating opportunities for mutual exchange of views and experience, a comprehensive analysis of current processes in the theatrical arts.

The play “The enchanted tailor” by Shalom Aleichem in a joint statement with the Israeli theatre “Zero”, “Tartyuf” by Moliere with the participation of Greek artists and other performances were presented at the Youth Theater of Uzbekistan.

A gala concert with the participation of staff of the State Academic Bolshoi Theatre of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi and artists from Italy was held in the Palace of Turkistan within the frame of the festival.

“The works of Italian composers were masterfully performed by such stars of the Uzbek opera as Muyassar Razzakova, Normumin Sultanov, Saida Mamadaliyeva and Ramz Usmanov,” said the professor of the Conservatory Santa Cecilia (Italy), composer and conductor Maurizio Champi.

“The concert was in a solemn and festive spirit. I am pleased that audience took unforgettable impressions. All of this is the result of care provided in Uzbekistan about opera.”

The first International Theatre Festival “Theatre.UZ/2010” ended with theatrical concert program of all participants.
 

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The delegation of the Council of Cantons of the Federal Assembly of the Commission on matters of foreign policy headed by Eugene David met with Chairman of Senate of Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan Ilgizar Sabirov on 11 October.

The relations between Uzbekistan and Switzerland are developing in many spheres, including the field of parliamentarism, it was noted during the meeting.

The sides exchanged views on bilateral relations between the higher legislative bodies of the two countries. The guests were familiarized with the activity of a bicameral parliament in Uzbekistan, too.

The Delegation of Switzerland also held talks with the Speaker of Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan Dilorom Tashmuhamedova.

“Located in the heart of the Silk Road, Uzbekistan is one of the leading countries of Central Asia,” said Eugene David.

“The negotiations in the Oliy Majlis will further develop our cooperation in the parliamentary system. We are interested in further strengthening the mutually beneficial cooperation and friendly relations between our countries.”

The members of the Swiss delegation then visited a number of ministries and departments and exchanged views on bilateral cooperation.
 

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Art Week Style.Uz, a large-scale cultural and educational project of the Fund “Forum of Culture and Art of Uzbekistan” started in Tashkent. The week started with the fifth International Tashkent Photo Biennale “TashkentALE 2010”, organized in cooperation with the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan and Tashkent House of Photography at the Youth Creativity Palace.

Artists, photographers, designers, scientists and historians, representatives of various ministries, departments, public organizations and representatives of international organizations and diplomatic circles attended the opening ceremony of the exhibition. Works of photographers from over 40 countries are presented at the “TashkentALE”.

Concerts, exhibitions, competitions, presentations, conferences, national dress festival, demonstrations of collections of the world-famous fashion houses, social events and master classes will be presented within the traditional Art Week Style.Uz.

The events of the Art Week, which will last until 14 October, will be held at the National Arts Centre, Youth Creativity Palace, Tashkent House of Photography, and galleries and exhibition halls in Tashkent and Samarkand.

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A round-table, devoted to the cooperation between Uzbekistan and Germany was held in Tashkent. It was organized by the Museum of Memory of Repression Victims and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation of Germany.

The historians, researchers, professors, university teachers and students attended the event.
The Vice-President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan S. Gulyamov noted that under the supervision of President Islam Karimov the reforms in the sphere of education contributed to the further development of culture and science and harmonious upbringing of the youth.

In the years of independence, the relations between Uzbekistan and Germany are developing rapidly, an important legal basis of which are the agreements reached during the meetings of heads of two states. This finds reflection in science, education, cultural and educational spheres.

This is confirmed by establishing a system of higher education exchange between teachers, a number of projects on the history of Uzbekistan and Germany and holding of scientific conferences.

“Increased cooperation in scientific and educational spheres improves the efficiency of scientific research,” said the deputy chairman of the Federal Fund for research of the historical past of Germany Martin-Michael Passauer. “The large-scale reforms implemented in Uzbekistan to increase spirituality and the principles of religious and ethnic tolerance deserve attention.”

During the round-table, the reports on the expansion of scientific and educational relations between the two countries were presented.
 

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President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov received Secretary General of the UN World Tourism Organization Taleb Rifai at Oqsaroy residence in Tashkent on 7 October. Welcoming the guest, the head of the state noted that Uzbekistan and the international organization were successfully developing relations. “We highly value the cooperation and common intent to develop relations in opening and developing the tourism, cultural and historical potential of our land,” Islam Karimov said.   Uzbekistan joined the UNWTO in 1993. It is an executive agency of the UNDP and the world’s leading institution in the field of tourism.

The organization united over 150 countries and implements numerous projects in the area of tourism, promoting intercultural exchange.

Uzbekistan has established close cooperation with the UNWTO, which helps increase the tourism potential of the country and expand its relations with other states in this sector.

In 2004, UNWTO opened a regional office in Samarkand to coordinate the work of national tourism organizations of the countries located on the historic path of the Great Silk Road. The center has a united information database, which collects valuable data on sights and historical monuments of the regional states.

Every year, Tashkent hosts international tourism fair under the aegis of the UNWTO. The forum, currently underway in the capital, has gathered representatives of more than 20 countries.
In the framework of the fair, the UNWTO on 8-9 October will hold a session on development of tourism on the Great Silk Road in the city of Samarkand.

At the talks with President Islam Karimov, Taleb Rifai expressed high interest of his organization in deepening all-round cooperation with Uzbekistan.

The sides exchanged opinions on the expansion of the interaction between Uzbekistan and the UNWTO, as well as on other issues representing mutual interest.
 

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Traditionally held on the initiative of the President, the International Uzbek Cotton Fair promotes demand for high quality domestic fiber.   Today, many prestigious companies in the world are working closely with Uzbekistan in the field of processing of raw cotton. As a result, a number of processing plants were put into operation in the country. Launched in 2009, the Daka tex company processes more than 3,400 tons of fiber, said the General Director of the enterprise Ejad Suleymanov. “By 2015, we plan to increase the volume by 4,000 tons through procurement of additional equipment.”

Most of the yarn is exported abroad. Particularly, over 7,000 tons of production was realized to Turkey and Russian since the launch of the company. Over 1,800 tons of yarn, most of which was sent to export, was produced during the past period of 2010.

The computerized equipment plays an important role in providing high quality products. Dozens of young people master their skills for effective use of new technologies.
 

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The President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov in order to get acquainted with the socio-economic reforms, resurfacing and the work being implemented on the region, visited the Republic of Karakalpakstan on 5 October. The reforms, conducted in all areas serve to improve the welfare and upbringing the healthy and comprehensively developed generation.   The anti-crisis program measures are also aimed at these objectives and serve as an important factor in ensuring the stable growth of social and economic development within the conditions of global economic crisis.

The results of it can be seen in the case of the Republic of Karakalpakstan. During the first half, the gross of regional product grew by 7.7% , the industrial production increased by 6.2%, consumer goods – by 5.6%, the volume of construction contract works – by 9.1%, trade and public catering – by 16.9%, provision of services – 12.4% and agricultural products – by 13.5%.

As the result of measures on fundamental structural transformation and diversification of the economy, the modernization of production, the formation of a modern market infrastructure, and the support of exporting companies, the export volume grew by 12.8% compared with the same period of last year. The organizational and legal conditions to develop the small and private business sector in the region provided notable results in the republic.

President Islam Karimov visited the Davlat farm in Kegeyli district and held talks with farmers and the youth.

The head of state praised the success, achieved in all economic sectors including cotton and grain breeding despite the environmental conditions in the region. The President congratulated the workers of Aral area with the successful implementation of contractual obligation to deliver the cotton.

Speaking about the development of farming, the President said: “We need to create all necessary conditions for farmers, only then, they are able to achieve high results. We must promptly solve the problems related to the supply of seeds, fuel and lubricants, fertilizers, and concessional lending. Particular attention should be paid to land-reclamation, especially in Karakalpakstan.”
During the meeting, the farmers expressed sincere gratitude to the President for the attention and care for rural residents.

“The attention given for the development of farming is an important factor in our success,” said the head of the farm “Farhad Kushnazarov” of Ellikkala district Halilla Kushnazarov. “The growing culture has been developing from year to year and the land-reclamation work improves the productivity.”

The work on the development of social and economic infrastructure, the development of service industry, bank system, etc, is being implemented in Kegeyli district.

The President gave recommendations on in-depth scientific research to create a drought-tolerant, and early maturing varieties of cotton and its zoning within the conditions of Karakalpakstan.

Focusing on the issues of further improving the living conditions of people, changing the face of our villages, Islam Karimov stressed the need to increase the responsibility of officials to solve these problems.

“Our objective is to further strengthen the legal democratic state that we are building,” said the President. “We should strengthen the public oversight then we will achieve the goals set by us at the plenary session of the General Assembly of the United Nations on Millennium Development Goals.”

The head of state spoke about the achievements in the years of independence and the results of the work to ensure people’s interests and improve nation’s gene pool as well as raising a healthy generation. This is evidenced by the fact that over the years of independence, the life expectancy of people in Uzbekistan increased to 73 years and women up to 75 years.

During his speech at UN MDG summit, Islam Karimov noted that within the period of just one generation, Aral Sea turned into a drying pond, shrunk by more than seven times in size, its water volume decreased by 13 times and the level of salinity increased tenfold.

He again drew attention to this urgent issue during his visit to Karakalpakstan.

“The fate of the Aral Sea is the fate of millions of people. If so, we must fight for our future, for our children’s future,” said Islam Karimov.

During the meeting, the famous scientist and Hero of Uzbekistan, the head of the Laboratory of the Research Institute of Agriculture G. Hodjaniyazov, the teacher of academic lyceum in Nukus P. Kamolova and others thanked the head of state for constant care and attention on improving the environment and strengthening the public health and welfare in Aral Sea region.

Later, the President was familiarized with the activities of meat processing enterprise in Khalkabad city of Kegeyli district.

The Uzbek-Austrian joint venture Kegeyli Buyan produces 30 kinds of sausages and provided 25 persons with permanent job. Supplied with modern equipment the company produces 4.5 tons of integrated products a day. The production process is computerized and controlled by young workers.

The company supplies not only the domestic market but also exports its production. The founder of this enterprise Abil-bog farm is presently building a livestock complex.

Then the President was familiarized with the construction and landscaping works ongoing in the central square of Nukus.

At the initiative of the head of state, a large-scale work on renewal of appearance of Nukus had been implemented. The reen lawns and six fountains at Central Square of the city add charms to the city. The monument to famous Karakalpak poet Berdakh established in the square, contributes to educate the young generation in the spirit of patriotism.

The President noted that the new building of Jokargy Kenes of Karakalpakstan, raised in a modern architectural style, the central area of the city and its surrounding buildings formed a harmonious ensemble. Islam Karimov recommended to plant trees on an area corresponding to the local soil and climatic conditions and improve the landscaping.

At the Nukus branch of Tashkent University of Information Technologies, the students receive education in the four areas on the basis of modern standards. The conditions for students were created in the new educational building of the University.

The President got acquainted with educational process and conditions, talked with the students. It is impossible to imagine life without information technologies in the 21 century, the President noted. The youth of Karakalpakstan should express themselves more confidently and prove that they are noway inferior, the head of state stressed.

In the basis of achieved success in all spheres of life of our country lie the interests of the people, and all that is embodied in the ongoing creative work in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, as well.
 

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Friendly relations between Uzbek and Azerbaijani peoples are rooted back to centuries. Our people share similar national traditions, customs, language, culture and religious values.

The mutual understanding, reached during the meetings of heads of the two states serve as important legal basis for the relations, which rose to a new level after independence.

On 27-28 September of this year, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev paid an official visit to Uzbekistan. During the visit, a number of documents were signed to strengthen the mutual cooperation and economic relations.

On 27 through 30 September of this year, the Days of Uzbek Youth was held in Azerbaijan.
According to reports from the Central Council of Public Youth Movement of Uzbekistan Kamolot, the event was attended by leaders and activists of youth organizations, young actors, artists, crafts people and designers.

In the Days of Uzbek youth a number of higher and secondary specialized educational institutions, ministries and organizations of Azerbaijan held meetings to discuss the basics of youth policy in Uzbekistan and tangible results of work conducted in order to enhance the participation of young people in society.

The exhibition of young Uzbek craftsmen and designers’ works was organized and rthe concert program of young performers was presented within the framework of the event.
 

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The forum of business circles of Uzbekistan and Czech Republic was held at the business center in Tashkent.

The event, organized by the Ministry for Foreign Economic Relations, Investments and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, focused on further expanding of the bilateral trade and investment cooperation.

Czech entrepreneurs were informed of attracting investment into the economy of Uzbekistan. The guests were acquainted with the privatization process, work on development of small and private businesses as well as the opportunities created in Navoi free industrial economic zone.

“Czech Republic is interested in the gradual development of cooperation with Uzbekistan in all directions” said the director of the Department of Trade and Industry of the Czech Republic Martin Pospishil. “The optimum conditions and opportunities increase attention of Czech business community to Uzbekistan.”

Uzbek-Czech economic relations are based on series of agreements on trade-economic and scientific-technical cooperation, mutual protection and promotion of investments.

The promising areas for further development of trade-economic and scientific-technical cooperation between the two countries were discussed at the event.

The issues of further expansion of ties in trade, energy sector, banking and financial system, the field of agriculture and water resources, transport and transport communications, engineering, tourism, the involvement of Czech companies in the privatization process as well as increase of the number of joint ventures and the volume bilateral trade, development and implementation of mutually beneficial projects were discussed at the meeting.
 

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Within the state program of the Year of harmoniously developed generation, a seminar training was held in Tashkent devoted to the introduction of modern methods of shooting and editing television programs for youth.

It was organized by the National Association of Electronic Mass Media of Uzbekistan jointly with the Creative Union of Journalists, Fund Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan, the Centre for Youth Initiatives Kelajak Ovozi and coordinator of OSCE projects in Uzbekistan.

The journalists, cameramen and video editors of youth information and news programs, regional non-state TV stations, TV channels NTT and TV Markaz took part in the workshop.

International experience in developing information and news programs will be examined during the 10-day seminar.

Chairman of the Creative Union of Journalists of Uzbekistan Sh Gulomov, chairman of the National Association of Electronic Media F. Abdukhalikov, chairman of the Center of Youth Initiatives Kelajak Ovozi K. Beknazarov noted that under the leadership of President Islam Karimov extensive work on the development of media had been carried out in the country.

The practical steps to support non-state media, strengthening their logistical base, training of highly qualified journalists and technical staff are the key factors in the development of the area, they highlighted.

The National Association of Electronic Mass Media of Uzbekistan jointly with a number of NGOs implement projects and programs aimed at organizing the activities of non-state TV and radio stations at the level of modern requirements, professional development and skills of young journalists and technicians.

“Professional development of television journalists is important,” said the instructor on media training and digital television equipment of the University of Paris, TV director and cameraman Simon Ross. “In this regard, a training workshop will play an important role in shaping the skills of the young TV reporters, cameramen and video editors into a single creative team, enhancing their knowledge and enhancing awareness programs for youth.”
 

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