The Days of Culture of Uzbekistan have officially opened in Baku with a ceremonial event held at the Heydar Aliyev Center, organized by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Culture.
The opening marked a major cultural highlight and underscored the deep humanitarian and spiritual ties between the two brotherly nations, The Caspian Post reports via Uzbek media.
The ceremony featured a vibrant concert program with artists from both Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan. Ahead of the performances, guests explored a photo exhibition presenting Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage, ancient history, and modern achievements.
Addressing the audience, Azerbaijani Deputy Minister of Culture Farid Jafarov described the Days of Culture as more than a cultural showcase, calling them a symbol of mutual respect, friendship, and shared spiritual values. He emphasized that such initiatives hold special significance for the entire Turkic world and represent an important step in strengthening cultural cooperation.
Officials highlighted that Azerbaijanis and Uzbeks have long shown sincere interest in each other’s culture. The tradition of hosting reciprocal Days of Culture reflects a shared commitment to preserving common heritage and serves as a natural extension of the strategic partnership between the two countries.
Uzbek Deputy Minister of Culture Bahadir Akhmedov, in turn, said the opening in Baku clearly demonstrates the high level of cultural ties between the two states. He noted that the program was carefully prepared to reflect the best traditions of both nations, with performances by Uzbek artists complemented by Azerbaijani music and stage art, illustrating mutual cultural enrichment.
The concert program featured diverse musical and dance performances, showcasing the richness of Uzbek and Azerbaijani cultural traditions.
The Days of Culture of Uzbekistan aim to further strengthen friendly relations, expand humanitarian cooperation, and deepen cultural dialogue. The events will continue until December 20. As part of the program, the first meeting of the Joint Uzbek-Azerbaijani Commission on Culture will take place on December 15, alongside performances by the Navruz Dance Ensemble and the State Symphony Orchestra of Uzbekistan.
The closing ceremony will be held in the city of Fuzuli at the Mirza Ulugbek Secondary School, built with Uzbekistan’s support and opened in 2023. A special cultural program has also been arranged in Baku for the Uzbek delegation.
The successful hosting of the Days of Culture reflects the steady and dynamic development of cultural cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. Previously, Uzbekistan’s Days of Culture were held in Baku in 2023, while Azerbaijan’s Days of Culture took place in Tashkent in 2024.
