A scientific-practical conference on the theme “Inter-confessional dialogue and religious tolerance – guarantee of stability in society” was held at the Tashkent Islamic University on November 16, 2017. It was organized by the Committee of Religious Affairs, Tashkent Islamic University and the UNESCO Office in Uzbekistan. Traditionally, the conference is dedicated to the International Day of Tolerance on November 16.
Guests from Germany, Israel, Italy, Poland, Russia, Tajikistan, representatives of the diplomatic corps and international missions accredited in Tashkent, leaders of religious confessions conducting their activities on the territory of the republic, scientists and specialists of Uzbekistan took part in the international conference.
In a country like Uzbekistan that has chosen the path of democratic development, in which religion has its rightful place in society, guaranteed freedom of religion, the prohibition of planting religious beliefs and beliefs, ensuring equal rights for all, regardless of nationality, race and religion.
2242 religious organizations belong to 16 different denominations. They act in Uzbekistan in peace and equality. The Tashkent Islamic Institute, the Mir Arab Higher School, nine Islamic secondary specialized schools and two Christian seminaries carry out religious education activities.
The press service of the Uzbekistan Muslim Board
A new mosque named “Shaykh Mukhtar Vali Jome Mosque” has been inaugurated in the Yangiarik district of Khorezm region.
The opening ceremony was attended by Khorezm regional Chief Imam-Khatib Khayrulla Abdulloev, Head of Yangiarik District Administration Zafarbek Matnazarov, specialist of the Committee on Religious Affairs Anvarbek Eshmetov, Chief Imam-Khatib of Urgench city Hasanboy Kenjayev, Head of Imam Fakhruddin ar-Rozi Islamic Educational Institution Davronbek Abduqodirov, along with district and city imams, officials, and local residents.
The newly built mosque, which meets modern standards and provides all necessary facilities, can accommodate up to 300 worshippers.
Following the recitation of the Holy Qur’an, prayers of gratitude and blessings were offered for all those who contributed with dedication and sincerity to the construction and establishment of the mosque.
Muslim Board of Uzbekistan
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