Being here today is a great pleasure and a profound honor for me. The Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, located in Tashkent, has left a very deep impression on me. It is truly a unique and remarkable institution. It has been a great privilege for me to see such a magnificent building and an institution of such high significance. The Center not only showcases the rich heritage of Islamic civilization, but also vividly reflects Uzbekistan’s important place in world civilization.