November 4th , 2025 – Samarkand, Uzbekistan – On the sidelines of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, His Highness Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan AlSaud, Saudi Minister of Culture, met with His Excellency Mr. Ozodbek Nazarbekov, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
His Highness congratulated the Republic of Uzbekistan on successfully hosting the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, commending the country’s active engagement in global cultural dialogue. He also praised Uzbekistan’s distinguished participation in the Riyadh International Book Fair, which showcased the diversity of Uzbek craftsmanship and creative expression.
During the meeting the two ministers emphasized their shared commitment to advancing collaboration in cultural exchange, heritage preservation, and the creative industries.
The ministers also welcomed the ongoing collaboration between the Diriyah Biennale Foundation and the Bukhara Biennale of Contemporary Art, which featured the Diriyah Biennale’s winning design from its Al Musalla Prize.
In closing, His Highness expressed his gratitude for the warm hospitality extended by the Government of Uzbekistan and conveyed his best wishes for the country’s continued cultural growth and prosperity.
