Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation, International Understanding delegation meets Uzbek ambassador to Qatar

As part of strengthening cultural and diplomatic relations, a delegation from the Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding visited Uzbekistan's embassy in Doha Tuesday, where they met ambassador Ashraf Khodjaev.

During the meeting, the envoy provided a detailed explanation of his country's strategic vision regarding bilateral relations with Qatar.

Khodjaev spoke on the importance of cultural rapprochement between the two countries and the essential role that translation, along with joint initiatives, plays in building bridges of linguistic and intellectual communication between the two countries.

The delegation gave a presentation on the vision and mission of the award, which aims to support the translation movement between Arabic and other international languages, promote the Arabic language, and enhance acculturation between Arab societies and the rest of the world.

The award is the largest and most important award in its field and a key element in the cultural presence of Qatar on the international stage.

During the meeting, the two sides also discussed possible avenues of co-operation and discussed in detail prospects for co-ordination and joint action during the next phase, serving shared goals and enhancing opportunities for implementing cultural projects and events in the near future.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the delegation from the Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding extended its sincere thanks and appreciation to the embassy of Uzbekistan, represented by Khodjaev, for the warm welcome and spirit of co-operation.

The delegation also commended efforts in building strong strategic relationships with cultural partners in Qatar.