Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Qatar, organized an event to showcase the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan. Held at the Katara Drama Theater on Monday, the gathering saw a large audience, including ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, intellectuals, and those interested in Islamic civilization. According to Qatar News Agency, HE Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library (QNL), Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kawari, addressed the audience, highlighting the significance of the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan. He described it as a civilizational project that transcends mere historical presentation, emphasizing its role in showcasing the contributions of Islamic civilization to human knowledge, science, thought, and philosophy. Recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest museum of Islamic civilization globally, the center is seen as a global landmark that draws from history to inspir e future developments. Dr. Al Kawari emphasized culture as a powerful bridge connecting peoples. HE Dr. Al Kawari acknowledged Uzbekistan's crucial place in Islamic history, being the birthplace of notable scholars such as Imam Al Bukhari, Imam Al Tirmidhi, Al Khwarizmi, Ibn Sina, and Al Zamakhshari. He highlighted the historic cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, Tashkent, and Khwarezm as historical centers of knowledge and culture. His Excellency expressed pride in the collaboration between QNL and Uzbek cultural institutions, particularly in heritage preservation, digitization, and knowledge exchange. Further, Dr. Al Kawari referenced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in Tashkent in 2024, aimed at preserving shared Islamic heritage for future generations. The event's program included a rich cultural and educational showcase, presenting the Islamic Civilization Center's vision of being a hub for science, culture, and learning. It highlighted the scientific, cultural, and spiritual heritage of Uzbekistan and the broader Islamic world. Attendees were treated to visual and documentary presentations that illuminated the historical significance of Uzbekistan's cities along the Silk Road. The event also featured displays of manuscripts and historical artifacts from Uzbek scholars, alongside QNL's rare items related to Uzbekistan's heritage. A special QNL-produced film was also shown, exploring the deep cultural and historical ties between Uzbekistan and the Islamic world.