Tashkent:A presentation ceremony for the Uzbek-language edition of the book 'G'arbiy Ozarbayjon xotiramizda yashayotgan yurt yerlari' ('Western Azerbaijan Homeland Places Living in Our Memory') by Azerbaijani scholar Mahira Huseynova was held at Tashkent University of Economics and Pedagogy. The event highlighted the significance of Azerbaijani history and cultural heritage within Uzbekistan.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the book was translated into Uzbek as part of a project by the Heydar Aliyev Azerbaijan Cultural Center under the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan. The publication aims to convey the historical memory and rich cultural heritage of Western Azerbaijan to Uzbek readers.

The ceremony was attended by university officials, scholars, poets, translators, teachers, students, and members of the literary and cultural community. Rector Sanjar Adilov opened the event by discussing the cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan in science, education, and culture. He emphasized how the publication helps both peoples become more familiar with each other's history and cultural heritage.

Ambassador Dr. Rashad Mammadov remarked on the developing relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, noting the importance of cultural and humanitarian cooperation. He stressed the role of such publications in preserving and sharing the historical memory of Azerbaijan with future generations.

Akif Marifli, Director of the Heydar Aliyev Azerbaijan Cultural Center, highlighted the book's significance in expressing the longing for homeland felt by displaced Azerbaijanis. He noted that the Uzbek edition would contribute to raising awareness of Western Azerbaijan's history.

Speakers such as Marufjan Yoldashev, Saodat Muhamedova, and Nasiba Abduzoirova emphasized the importance of preserving historical memory and cultural ties between the two countries. Mahira Huseynova, the author, expressed gratitude for the project's support and underscored the importance of her work in passing on cultural values to future generations.

The event underscored the book's scientific and spiritual importance, the development of literary ties, and the promotion of shared values, highlighting the need for new publishing projects in this field.