Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Following the first official high-level meeting of the "Central Asia - European Union" summit, the leaders jointly visited an exhibition dedicated to the Aral Cultural Summit.

The exhibition showcased unique initiatives aimed at restoring the Aral Sea ecosystem, preserving the cultural heritage of the region, and promoting sustainable development.

Visitors were able to explore the natural and cultural wealth of the Aral Sea region through visual, sensory, and interactive elements.

Among the exhibits were photographs by renowned photographer Ivan Baan, who specializes in architectural and landscape photography, a floral installation made from reeds, a characteristic plant of Karakalpakstan, and various objects from the Aral Sea region, such as saxaul seeds, seashells, natural salt, dried harmala, felt with traditional patterns, and many other items.