Today, November 21, the dean of the university N. Khushvaktov, inspector Sh. Kurbanov and tutor P. Islamov were in the student dormitory and closely communicated with students. In the process of communication, the inspector gave necessary advice on further improvement of spiritual situation between students, prevention of some conflict situations that may arise. They also familiarized with the living conditions of students and young people, the processes of preparation for the lesson processes. During the conversation they agreed on organizational issues on holding sports competitions and intellectual games of wit among students in the dormitory, listened to the proposals of students.

On November 18 of this year in Samarkand campus of the International Academy of Tourism together with the Association of Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic "Destination Osh" held Uzbek-Kyrgyz Tourism Forum.

The main purpose of the forum is to increase the flow of interregional tourists, development of educational tourism. In recent years, the expansion of close friendly ties between the two neighboring countries has had a positive impact on the tourism sector, creating new tourist routes in the region and laying the foundation for further intensification of mutual cultural exchange.

The event featured presentations on the tourism potential of Samarkand and Osh regions. Information was provided on tourist routes of the two regions, infrastructural opportunities and quality of services provided. Also during the event new cooperation projects, joint tourism programs and additional opportunities for attracting tourists were discussed, contracts were signed between entrepreneurs working in the field of tourism from both countries.

At the end of the forum a memorandum of cooperation between Samarkand and Osh regions was signed, and further agreement was reached to work on new projects between the regions in the field of tourism.

По итогам форума был подписан меморандум о сотрудничестве между Самаркандской и Ошской областями, и в дальнейшем была достигнута договоренность о работе над новыми проектами между регионами в сфере туризма.

Today, November 20, members of the delegation led by Pedro Vargas, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Euronews TV channel, who arrived in Samarkand, also visited "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage. The guests carefully familiarized with the conditions created for foreign and local students studying tourism and cultural heritage, as well as toured the modern campus of the university. The guest Pedro Vargas, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Euronews TV channel, gave an interview to the department of public relations and press of our university, in which he told about his warm impressions of the university.

Kamoliddin Baykobilov, a lecturer of the Department of Translation and Interpretation Studies of our university, organized a trip to the Minyoun Hotel at the Tourism Center for the students of the 224th and 124th groups studying the Chinese language in order to conduct theory and practice.

During the trip, the students attended a tea ceremony and had the opportunity to learn about the cultural heritage and lifestyle of the Chinese people. During the tea ceremony, our students also observed the skill of tea master and beautiful tea bowls.

On November 20, 2024, in order to spend free time of female students of our university in a useful way, table tennis competitions were organized among female students of 1-2 years. In the competition the students of both courses fought a hard sports battle.

The purpose of such sports games is to increase the interest of students and youth to sports and selection of talented and agile students to participate in sports competitions of city, regional, national level.

Nature knows no borders. Especially for migratory species of wild animals, geographical boundaries are alien. Therefore, international cooperation and cross-border efforts are important for their conservation, survival of this kind of animals, preservation of biodiversity.

It should be noted that in 1979 in Bonn, Germany, the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals was signed, which entered into force in 1983. 133 states are members of this convention.

In particular, Uzbekistan joined the Convention in 1998. This UN convention unites the countries through which migratory animals pass - the range states - and provides a legal basis for internationally agreed conservation measures throughout the migration zone. Since 2013, it has become a tradition in Uzbekistan to celebrate Migratory Animals Day.

Various members of the animal kingdom embark from time to time on a dangerous and herring-drying journey to live only as a species. In doing so, their survival, safety dictates international cooperation, jeep efforts. Therefore, by marking this date, the public and scientists want to draw attention to the problem of endangered migratory animals facing various obstacles created by mankind.

The Presidential Decree “On Measures to Effectively Organize the Activities of the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change,” adopted on May 31, also reflects the goal of ensuring the implementation of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals. In addition, the 14th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14) is expected to be held in Samarkand.

In connection with this date, tasks are set to organize conferences, round tables and meetings, events and wide media coverage with the participation of responsible ministries and departments, higher educational institutions and scientific institutions. Such activities are of great importance for mitigation of environmental problems and preservation of biodiversity. It should be remembered that preservation of nature, animal life is a task facing humanity.

On November 15, 2024 a delegation from South Korea, representing the Korea Heritage Agency, visited “Silk Road” International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage to discuss collaborative efforts in cultural heritage preservation and tourism development. 

The delegation, led by Seo Ji-yeong, the International Cooperation Project Team representative of the Korea Heritage Agency, included Park Sook-jin, President of the Korea Tourism Development Institute; Kim Sieun, CEO of the Korea-ASEAN Lab; and Park Soo-in, a researcher from the same organization. 

The meeting took place at 14:00 and was attended by the university’s Vice-Rector for Scientific Research and Innovation, alongside the heads of the International Cooperation Department and the History and Cultural Heritage Department. 

During the visit, the Korean delegation shared updates on their ongoing cultural heritage project in Samarkand. A significant highlight was their development of a comprehensive theoretical book on conservation science, a project that has been in progress for three years and was recently translated into Uzbek. Discussions revolved around strategies for implementing the book in academic and practical contexts to enhance heritage preservation efforts. 

The delegation also explored opportunities for future cooperation, particularly focusing on leveraging Samarkand’s rich cultural heritage as a resource for sustainable tourism. They emphasized the importance of knowledge exchange between South Korean and Uzbek experts to achieve this goal. 

The visit concluded with discussions on deepening academic collaboration, organizing joint projects, and fostering expertise in heritage conservation and tourism development, ensuring mutual benefits for both nations. 

This visit marks another step in strengthening cultural and academic ties between Uzbekistan and South Korea, reflecting a shared commitment to preserving global heritage.

Psychologist of “Silk Road” International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage D. Turdieva and tutor S. Abbasova held a meeting with female students living in the dormitory.

Within the framework of the meeting the representatives of the university inspected the girls' living rooms, canteen and conducted explanatory work on observance of the rules of discipline and hygiene established in this institution. During the psychoprophylactic conversation conducted by D. Turdieva, the girls' opinions were listened to and constructive psychological recommendations were given on how to behave in various life situations.

This book was edited and published by Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage, Beijing International Studies University, Chinese Academy of Culture and Tourism, UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Heritage Tourism along the Silk Roads.

The introduction to the book states that Central Asia, located in a strategically important area between Europe and East Asia, has long been a crossroads of civilizations and has served as an important conduit for trade and cultural exchange across the vast Eurasian continent. Over the centuries, the region has served as a bridge to bring Eastern and Western cultures closer together. Today, Central Asia is a treasure trove of history and heritage, its rich and distinctive culture attracting an increasing number of tourists. The book also says that recognizing the tourism potential of our country, it has introduced visa-free and e-visa systems, simplified travel regulations and expanded the range of services in our country.