Human Brotherhood and Interreligious Dialogue - an International Perspective

The United Nations pays great attention to efforts aimed at enhancing interreligious and intercultural dialogue among religious leaders, ensuring the promotion of such initiatives globally. Particularly, on February 4, 2019, during a special Global Conference in Abu Dhabi, a document titled "Human Brotherhood: The Path to Peace and Coexistence" was signed between the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar University, Sheikh Ahmad el-Tayeb, and Pope Francis. This document was discussed at the UN General Assembly, and a special resolution was adopted, emphasizing the necessity of its separate endorsement.

In accordance with the resolution, every year on February 4th, "International Human Brotherhood Day" is declared. This date serves to highlight the widespread participation of scholars, religious leaders, and community activists in UN member states.

Today, an international scientific-practical seminar on the topic "Human Brotherhood and Interreligious Dialogue - an International Perspective" took place at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan.

This event was organized in collaboration with the Committee on Religious Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, the Pontifical Regina Apostolorum University in Rome, and the UNESCO Chair of Comparative Study of Religions in both online and offline formats.

The event was inaugurated by the Rector of the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, Uygun G'afurov.

During the seminar, key figures such as Muhammad Abdulsalom, Head of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, Behzod Qodirov, Head of the Committee on Religious Affairs of Uzbekistan, Homidjon Ishmatbekov, Deputy Head of the Muslim Directorate in Uzbekistan, and Yegor Matsulevich, Head of the Roman Catholic Center in Uzbekistan, delivered congratulatory speeches.

Representatives from the International Turkic University named after Ahmad Yassavi, professors and instructors from the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan, as well as doctoral students and students, actively participated in the event.

Presentations were given on various topics such as "Issues of Human Brotherhood in Islamic Sources," "Bioethics, Multiculturalism, and Religion: The Latest 15-Year Experience," "The Significance of Interreligious Cultural Dialogue in Civilization Coexistence," "Interreligious Tolerance as a Key to Peace among Nations," and "The Role of Education in Promoting Interreligious Dialogue and Human Brotherhood."

The conference, held in a heated debate format, left a substantial and beneficial impact on the participants. Particularly, the presentations delivered by field representatives left a lasting impression on the attendees.

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