It was attended by members of the organizing committee on celebration of the 80th anniversary of Islam Karimov’s birth, heads of relevant ministries and departments. Khokims of the regions, rectors of higher education institutions, leaders and activists of “Nuroniy” foundation, the Women’s Committee, the Youth Union of Uzbekistan and other public organizations took part at the meeting through videoconferencing.

Large-scale activities are being carried out in the country in accordance with the resolution of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, adopted in connection with this event, on November 27, 2017. In particular, the memorial complex of Islam Karimov in Samarkand, and a monument to the First President in the city of Karshi are being built.

Cultural enlightenment activity is carried out on promoting multifaceted life and activities of Islam Karimov. In particular, “Uzbekkino” National Agency is making a documentary on this theme. Press and Information Agency of Uzbekistan is publishing a number of popular scientific books, including the work of Islam Karimov “High spirituality – invincible force”. A number of events are also being conducted by Scientific and Enlightenment Memorial Complex named after Islam Karimov, and Islam Karimov charitable public foundation, in Tashkent.

At the same time, preparations are continuing for an international scientific conference devoted to the life and activities of the First President Islam Karimov and other important events in Samarkand this March.

Islam Karimov devoted his entire life and activity on the post of President to such great goals as construction of a new state, a new society, strengthening our independence, increasing the glory of our people and Uzbekistan throughout the world. Our people associate all colossal transformations implemented during the years of independence with the name of the First President, said the Head of our state Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the meeting devoted to issues of celebration of the 80th anniversary of the First President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov’s birth.

At the meeting, the need was emphasized for paying special attention to organizing meetings in all educational institutions, military units, labor collectives and makhallas on the days of the jubilee, dedicated to the memory of the First President, with participation of well-known writers and scientists, representatives of the older generation, specialists of various spheres, using meaningful and effective forms, based on specific life examples.

Conduction of all ceremonies and events related to the celebration of the 80th anniversary of Islam Karimov’s birth at a high-level, in accordance with great merits of our First President before the Motherland, is not only the task, but also the sacred human duty of each of us, emphasized Shavkat Mirziyoyev.