Samarkand: Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan met with Minister of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan Ozodbek Nazarbekov on the sidelines of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Prince Bader congratulated the Republic of Uzbekistan on successfully hosting the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, commending the country's active engagement in global cultural dialogue. He also praised Uzbekistan's distinguished participation in the Riyadh International Book Fair, which showcased the diversity of Uzbek craftsmanship and creative expression.
During the meeting, the two ministers emphasized their shared commitment to advancing collaboration in cultural exchange, heritage preservation, and the creative industries.
The ministers also welcomed the ongoing collaboration between the Diriyah Biennale Foundation and the Bukhara Biennale of Contemporary Art, which featured the Diriyah Biennale's winning design from its AlMusalla Prize.
In closing, Prince Bader expressed his gratitude for the warm hospitality extended by the Government of Uzbekistan and conveyed his best wishes for the country's continued cultural growth and prosperity.