Participants of the international conference on the legacy of Amir Temur, held at the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan on April 9-11, addressed the President and adopted a "Roadmap" for a more in-depth study of the legacy of the Great Timurids.
The fact that Uzbekistan has become a global center for studying the heritage of Amir Temur was once again confirmed by the results of the international conference dedicated to the 690th anniversary of the birth of the great commander and statesman Amir Temur. More than 300 experts from 25 countries sent a collective appeal to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Deep respect and sincere gratitude were expressed to the head of state. Participants emphasized that the conference has become an important global platform for the comprehensive study, understanding, and promotion of the heritage of the Great Timurids.
The forum, held in Tashkent and Samarkand, brought together representatives of the scientific community, international organizations, and cultural institutions. More than 200 scientific reports were presented within the framework of plenary and sectoral meetings. They covered a wide range of topics, from state administration and diplomacy during the Timurid era to science, art, architecture, and cultural policy.
The message addressed to the President emphasized that the legacy of Amir Temur and the Great Timurid dynasty is an integral part of world history. It was also noted that Sahibkiran's statehood, attention to science, culture, urban planning, and diplomacy, as well as the principles of fair governance, remain relevant today.
Following the conference, international participants presented a package of practical initiatives aimed at a new stage in the study of the Timurid heritage. An international "Roadmap" was adopted as the most important result. It provides for a comprehensive study of the period, the expansion of scientific programs, the development of interdisciplinary approaches, as well as the strengthening of work on the preservation, restoration, and digitalization of manuscript, archival, and museum heritage. At the same time, the modernization of educational programs aimed at fostering a sense of respect for historical heritage among young people, the promotion of cultural sites from the Timurid era on the international stage, and the systematic support of young researchers through grants, scientific projects, and academic initiatives were identified as priority tasks.
Particular attention was also paid to the need to further strengthen international cooperation. In particular, the expansion of joint projects with the participation of the World Society for the Study, Preservation and Popularization of the Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan (WOSCU) was noted as an important task.