UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Uzbekistan hosted the Tashkent International Media Forum from 24 to 25 August, bringing together approximately 300 journalists, media experts, researchers, producers, publishers and representatives from the culture and creative industries from around 50 countries. Held under the theme "Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective – New Discoveries," the forum aimed to introduce the historical, scientific and cultural heritage of Islamic civilization to the world through modern media and digital technology. Representatives from major international media outlets, including CN
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Korea Aerospace University has completed its 2026 Summer Overseas Volunteer Corps program in Uzbekistan, wrapping up 10 nights and 11 days of educational and cultural exchange activities in Tashkent and Bukhara that ran from July 21 to 31. The delegation, comprising 15 members including 13 students, Dean of Student Affairs Lee Sang-hak and Professor Shavkat, visited Tashkent Transport University (TSTU) and Bukhara University of Innovation and Medical Education (BIMU) to conduct programs centered on aviation, drones, artificial intelligence and Korean culture. Ju Min-ja
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | TASHKENT / SEOUL — Kim Tae-yeon, a reporter at the Diplomacy Journal covering the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and related areas, has received an official invitation to attend the International Media Forum to be held in Tashkent and Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from August 24 to 29 — marking a meaningful step in media and cultural diplomacy between South Korea and Uzbekistan at a moment of deepening bilateral relations. The forum will convene at the Center for Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan under the theme "Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective — New Discoveries," bring
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | South Korea's Government Representative for Overseas Citizen Protection and Consular Affairs, Lim Sang-woo, held the fourth Korea-Uzbekistan Consular Consultation with Uzbek Deputy Foreign Minister Abdullaev Olimjon in Tashkent on the morning of 3 August, marking the first such meeting between the two countries in roughly 12 years. The talks covered a broad range of consular issues, including improving conditions for the entry, exit and residence of Korean nationals in Uzbekistan, and the protection of Korean citizens residing in the country. Previous rounds of the con
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun| The history of mankind demonstrates that great civilizations rest upon a synthesis of intellectual achievements, spiritual values and cultural heritage. Since ancient times, Central Asia has served as a pivotal hub of science, art and philosophy, shaping the foundational elements of a civilization that has influenced the entire world. Today, this profound potential is embodied in a monumental project - Center of Islamic Civilization in Tashkent. This institution does not merely preserve historical artifacts; it serves as a living platform for science, education and spir