We are now standing in front of the Islamic Civilization Center. Please pay attention to its name — it is not about religion itself, but about Islamic civilization. This is a major scientific and educational center that presents the history of Central Asia in both the pre-Islamic and Islamic periods in a compelling way.

From the German perspective, this region serves as a unique bridge connecting vast areas of Europe and Asia. Uzbekistan, in particular, has consistently embodied this bridging role in Central Asia through its development path and policies.