Diplomatic Events

The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan celebrated 31 years of Uzbekistan’s independence and the 30th Anniversary of the establishment of Diplomatics Relations between Uzbekistan and Israel , marking the occasion with a party at the Dan Accadia hotel in Herzliya. Guests enjoyed live music and dance performances, along with traditional Uzbekistani cuisine, as they commemorated the national milestone, and the growing bilateral ties between Israel and Uzbekistan.

H.E. Ambassador Feruza Mahmudova opened the festivities by noting Uzbekistan’s rich history and cultural heritage, as well as its growth and development in the 31 years since achieving independence. 

Ambassador Makhmudova stressed Uzbekistan’s dedication to a foreign policy that is “constructive” and friendly to all nations, striving for global peace and cooperation. This year the countries marked the 30th anniversary of Israel-Uzbekistan ties, an important milestone. The ambassador noted the contribution of many friends and supporters of both countries, in advancing the strong bilateral cooperation.

Minister of Tourism Yoel Razvozov spoke on behalf of the state of Israel. Minister Razvozov offered warm congratulations to the people of Uzbekistan on the important milestones. The minister noted Uzbekistan’s heritage of religious tolerance, and thanked the people of Uzbekistan for protecting Jews during the Holocaust.  

Minister Razvozov cited his own visit to Uzbekistan, in May 2022, as an example of the strong and growing ties during the two countries. As part of the visit, Minister Razvozov signed a bilateral memorandum with the Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, Minister of Tourism and Cultural Heritage Aziz Abdukhakimov.  The minister thanked President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the government of Uzbekistan for their support and expressed hope that Israel would receive a delegation from Uzbekistan as well. He closed by emphasizing the commitment of the state of Israel to further strengthening the ties and cooperation between Israel and Uzbekistan.

Ambassador Makhmudova had several important announcements to make. First she welcomed the first honorary consul of Uzbekistan in Israel, Sara Zvi, a longstanding friend and supporter of Israel-Uzbekistan ties. Then the ambassador called up Professor Eduard Yakubov, President of the Holon Institute of Technology, to receive a special award. Prof. Eduard Yakubov was awarded the commemorative badge titled “O’zbekiston Respublikasi Mustaqilligining 30 yilligi” (30th Anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan) which was established in accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

The commemorative badges were presented to people singled out as special contributors to development and international standing of Uzbekistan.

From Monday, September 5th, through Sunday September 11th, Uzbekistan will host the “Days of Science & Technology Israel-Uzbekistan” academic forum, with events held in three cities around Uzbekistan. The Holon Institute of Technology is one of the cosponsors, and President Yakubov will lead a delegation of academics to the conference as well.

Following the formal ceremony, guests enjoyed traditional Uzbekistan delicacies, along with live musical performances. Talented dancers performed lively, traditional dances, giving a flavor of the rich Uzbekistani culture to the delighted guests.

Among the distinguished guests in attendance were: the Israel Foreign Ministry's Chief of Protocol Gil Haskel, Eyal Siso, Deputy Director - General Consular Affairs Division Israel MFA, Dan Catarivas, Director of the division of Foreign Trade and International Relations at the Manufacturers’ Association of Israel; the new Uzbekistan Honorary Consul Mrs. Sari Zvi; Professor Eduard Yakubov, President and CEO of the Holon Institute of Technology; Mrs. Tony Duchev Levy, lecturer and External relations, HIT President’s Office Chief coordinator; JNF-KKL Head of EuroAsia region-Yasinov Igal;  Ron Doron, President of the Israel-Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce, and Adam Schalimtzek, Director of the Division of International Relations at the Israeli Ministry of Environmental Protection.

 www.diplomacy.co.il congratulates the embassy and people of Uzbekistan on Independence day, and 30 years of strong bilateral ties with Israel.