Central Asia Unites to Boost Tourism and Preserve Shared Cultural Heritage
Central Asian leaders have agreed to strengthen cultural ties and boost tourism, with a focus on preserving shared historical identity. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan led the initiative during the 7th Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Heads of State.
The presidents proposed creating a unified Central Asian tourism brand, with all five nations - Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan - involved. They aim to establish a legal framework for tourism cooperation and intensify joint efforts in the sector.
Mirziyoyev endorsed transforming the Center of Islamic Civilization in Tashkent into a shared scientific research platform. This move aligns with the region's key priority of strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties. The leaders also saw prospects for cooperation in cinema and developing tourist clusters.
To promote traditional ethnic crafts and encourage cultural exchange, they proposed holding joint events and promoting these crafts within the region.
The presidents' initiatives aim to enhance Central Asia's tourism appeal while preserving its rich cultural heritage. By working together, the nations hope to create a strong, unified tourism identity that benefits all involved.
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