MODERN TRENDS IN CULTURAL AND SPIRITUAL DIALOGUE BETWEEN UZBEKISTAN AND GERMANY

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This article analyzes the main directions, forms, and significance of the current stage of cultural and spiritual dialogue between Uzbekistan and Germany. Mutual cultural relations play an important role in strengthening intercultural understanding and expanding international cultural exchange. The article highlights modern trends based on examples of cooperation in science, education, art, library science, museum affairs, theater, and cinema between the two countries. It also explores the participation of German organizations in cultural projects in Uzbekistan,as well as theoutcomes of jointprograms andforums. Cultural Days have significantly contributed to strengthening cultural and educational ties between Uzbekistan and Germany. In this regard, in October 1996, the "Week of German Art in Uzbekistan" was held in Tashkent, and later, in December 1996, "German Culture Days" were organized in Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Fergana, and Nukus, marking further steps in the development of bilateral cultural relations 1, On December 5, 1996, the official opening ceremony of the Culture Days was held at the "Bahor" Concert Hall. During the Culture Days, concerts were performed by the German Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, the Bavarian Chamber Music Ensemble named after Georg Glasl, the vocal ensemble "Singer Pur", the rock band "M. Walking on the Water", as well as theatrical performances by the Kutterket Plastic and Puppet Theater, and an organ recital by M. Schönheit. In addition, German films were screened, and meetings were held with their representatives. Seminars dedicated to German literature were also organized. As a result of these events, the Uzbek public became familiar with the rich cultural heritage of Germany. The mutual relations between the peoples of the two countries were significantlystrengthened 2. In turn, the adoption of Resolution No. 128 by the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan on March 10, 1997, titled “On the Organization of the Days of Uzbek Culture in the Federal Republic of Germany,” contributed to the development of mutual cultural relations and opened up new opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation3. According to this resolution, the Days of Uzbek Culture were held in Germany between March and November of 1997. At the official opening ceremony of the “Days of Uzbek Culture” in Germany, a grand concert took place. The concert program featured four singers, five instrumentalists, and twelve dancers from 1ЎзРМДАМ-7-фонд,1-рўйхат,724-йиғмажилд,122-варақ. 2ЎзРМДАМ-7-фонд,1-рўйхат,724-йиғмажилд,47-варақ. 3ЎзРМДАМ-7-фонд,1-рўйхат,589-йиғмажилд,8-варақ. http://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass 243 Volume 15Issue 06, June 2025 Impact factor: 2019: 4.679 2020: 5.015 2021: 5.436, 2022: 5.242, 2023: 6.995, 2024 7.75 Uzbekista4. As part of the Culture Days, a series of major events were held in 1997: in March, “Days of Uzbek Art in Germany” took place in Berlin; in April, the “Days of Uzbek Theater in Germany” were also organized in Berlin; and in June, the “Days of German Theater in Uzbekistan” were held in Tashkent. During these events, outstanding theatrical works of the Uzbek and German peoples were presented to the public, contributing to deeper intercultural understanding and artisticexchange between the two nation5. During the Days of Culture held in Germany, the Fergana Regional State Puppet Theater troupe, led by Khabibulla Azimovich Hakimov, arrived in Bonn onMarch 20,1997, to present their new performance titled “One Thousand and One Nights”, which was created based on Eastern fairy tales and included in their updated repertoire6. During the performances, the German public became acquainted with the rich cultural heritage of the Uzbek people. Within the framework of the Culture Days, the children's theater studio “Tomosha” also took part, presenting a concert program titled “Eastern Bazaar”, which featured folklore scenes reflecting traditional Uzbek games, customs, and rituals. This event once again showcased the richness of Uzbek culture to the German audience7. The exhibition titled “Uzbek Visual Arts and Sculpture on the Threshold of the 21st Century” was held in Germany in April 1997. The exhibition showcased 50 works by Uzbek artists, including 40 pieces of visual art and 10 sculptures. This event served as a significant opportunity to promote Uzbek applied arts among the German public and to raise awareness ofUzbekistan’s rich artistictraditions ontheinternational stage8. At the same time, there has been a growing interest in studying the history and culture of Uzbekistan in Germany. This is evidenced by the organization of numerous cultural and academic events, such as the “Days of Uzbek Culture in Germany” held between April and November 1997, the “Days of Bukhara Culture” held in Bonn in September 2000, the academic conference titled “Amir Temur and His Role in World History” held in Sankt Augustin with the support of the Konrad Adenauer