On 20 May of this year, the VII General Assembly of the Union of Universities of Turkic States (TURKUNIB) was held under the chairmanship of Azerbaijan State Economic University (UNEC). About 50 university rectors, representatives of science and education of Turkic states took part in the international event.

Speaking at the meeting, UNEC Rector, Professor Adalat Muradov welcomed the participants and made a presentation on the work done by UNEC during the presidency of TURKUNIB. It was noted that a draft roadmap including many activities and projects in the field of science, education and social sphere for 2024-2025 was prepared and presented to the General Assembly of TURKUNIB.

Kubanichbek Omuraliyev, Secretary General of the Organisation of Turkic States, who attended the General Assembly, welcomed the participants and spoke about the work carried out by the organisation and future challenges: "Applications from 60 new universities to join the TURKUNIB organisation show the increased interest in the organisation. Today we will discuss ways to further strengthen the organisation". The eighth meeting of education ministers of Turkic states to be held in Shusha in June is of great importance in terms of accepting these proposals and further institutionalising TURKUNIB," the Secretary General said. It was also announced at the meeting that applications of 60 universities for membership will be considered and important issues of the future activities of the union will be discussed.

After the opening speeches, the General Assembly continued its work with discussions. The meeting discussed issues such as harmonisation of scientific and educational programmes of TURKUNIB member universities, increasing the number of exchange programmes, recognition of equivalence of diplomas and other issues.

In order to ensure the development of international understanding between the United States of America and the youth of Uzbekistan in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy for the first year students of the International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage “Silk Road” on May 29, 2024 in the Conference Hall of the University is organized American Speech Competition - “American Speech Competition”. Students who wish to participate, join the group through the link and win!

 https://t.me/americanspeech2024

The library of "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage hosted intellectual games "Zakovat" dedicated to the visit of Nurulla Choriev and Sardar Khamraev.

4 teams took part in the intellectual game "Zakovat", which has become a mass-educational movement among the students of the university. During the intellectual game "Zakovat" questions were devoted to the work of our masters. This competition, which was held in an interesting form, made a great impression on our youth.

 After the intellectual game "Zakovat" our participants left their autographs in the book of memorable records of the university.

On May 22, 2024, a literary and educational event was held at "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage as part of the project "Education Connects".  It was attended by Adib Nurulla Choriev and Sardor Khamrayev, members of the Union of Writers of Uzbekistan. A literary and art conference was held with the participation of writers and students. During the event, students enjoyed poetic works, fiction.

On May 21 of this year in the student dormitory of the university, tutor Sabina Abbasova held an event aimed at spending free time of female students and cooking Uzbek national dishes.

The purpose of this event was to teach students to cook national dishes of our people, which have been prepared since ancient times, and to prepare students and girls for independent life. In the process of the event, valuable recommendations and information, such as the technology of cooking soms, kitchen rules, rational use of products, observance of cleanliness, were given to the students.

The event "Day of Cultural Exchange" was organized by Elena Salnikova, lecturer of the Department of Tourism of the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage. Local and foreign students and teachers and specialists were invited to the event. As part of the event, students performed songs and dances of different nationalities.

With the dedication, enthusiasm of our university students and teachers, we are stepping boldly towards our noble goal of creating the most honorable task to date - the foundation of the third Renaissance.

Dear MA and BA students,

We inform you that the Final State Attestation of the 2023/2024 academic year will be held on the basis of the schedule given below.

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On May 21-27, within the framework of Turkish Cuisine Week, Mr. Salih Janer, Consul General of the Consulate General of the Republic of Turkey in Samarkand held a meeting with the students of our university. The event was organized by N. Abduvokhidova, Head of the Youth Department of the University. As it is known, gastronomic tourism occupies an important place in the sphere of tourism. The guest has a desire to enjoy their national dishes, no matter what state they are in.  At the event there was a presentation of national dishes, juices, salads and desserts from the book “Turkish Cuisine” published by the Ministry of Tourism of Turkey by Mr. Salih Janer, with detailed information about their history, origin, preparation. The administration of our university awarded Mr. Salih Caner and his team with a certificate from the Consul General of the Consulate General of the Republic of Turkey in Samarkand for their contribution to improving cooperation. At the end of the event, the participants tasted Turkish national cuisine.