Bishkek, Oct. 13, 2026 /Kabar/. On October 12, 2026, the official opening ceremony for the "Khiva — Youth Center of the Turkic World 2026" initiative took place in Khiva, Uzbekistan, under the auspices of the Organization of Turkic States. Ministry of Culture reports.
Representatives from Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Turkiye participated in the international event. The delegation from Kyrgyzstan also took part, contributing to the support of initiatives aimed at strengthening cooperation among the youth of the Turkic world and fostering interstate ties.
The primary goal of the opening ceremony was to strengthen friendship and mutual understanding among the youth of Turkic states, expand cultural and humanitarian ties, facilitate the exchange of experience, and support joint youth initiatives.
During the event, representatives from the participating countries exchanged views on priority areas of youth policy, shared successful experiences, and discussed opportunities for implementing joint projects in the future.
The "Khiva — Youth Center of the Turkic World 2026" initiative will foster greater cooperation among the youth of Turkic states, strengthen friendly relations, and expand opportunities for young people in the fields of education, culture, innovation, and social development.
