Address by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, at the Summit of the Organization of Turkic States
Uzbekistan
Your Excellency, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan! Distinguished Heads of State and Heads of Delegations! Ladies and Gentlemen! I am truly delighted to meet with you, dear friends, here in beautiful Ankara—a city situated at the crossroads of great civilizations. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my dear brother, His Excellency Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and to the entire Turkish nation on the momentous occasion of Republic Day.
I wish the fraternal Turkish people peace, well-being, prosperity, and success.
I express my sincere gratitude to the esteemed President of Turkey for the high-level organization of this summit—held under the theme "Turkic Century: Unity in Language, Thought, and Action"—and for his genuine hospitality.
The inauguration of a national-cultural complex representing our states, held on the eve of the summit in the picturesque Beştepe Park, marks a significant step toward preserving the shared heritage of the Turkic peoples. I am confident that this magnificent structure will serve as a vivid symbol of the unity of the Turkic world.
Distinguished participants of the summit!
Today, the system of international relations is undergoing fundamental changes, and geopolitical competition is intensifying. Ongoing armed conflicts and tensions in the regions surrounding the Turkic world are exerting a negative impact not only on security but also on trade, economic, and transport ties, as well as on prospects for development. We view the Organization of Turkic States—which possesses abundant natural resources and significant economic potential, and is evolving into an influential hub for global development—as a platform for mutual trust and practical partnership.
We must unite even more closely around our strategic goals and collectively advance our shared interests on the international stage. We stand together on this noble path and are prepared to mobilize our efforts in the name of Turkic solidarity.
Dear friends!
We believe it is important to hold regular political consultations on pressing international and regional issues within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States, and to coordinate our approaches and efforts.
The standing of the Organization on the international stage depends, in part, on its ability to foster open and mutually beneficial relations with external partners.
To this end, I propose initiating cooperation with third countries through an "Organization of Turkic States Plus" format, beginning with meetings of sectoral ministers. These meetings should focus on the implementation of concrete joint projects in areas such as trade, transport, investment, and other priority sectors.
Furthermore, we must deepen technological cooperation and develop industrial partnerships that will enable us to jointly access the global market.
As a practical step, we propose the adoption of the "Turkic World – 100" program, which encompasses one hundred strategic joint investment and industrial projects. It is of particular importance to channel resources from the Turkic Investment Fund and international financial institutions toward the realization of these projects.
It is advisable to prioritize the full-cycle processing of rare and strategic minerals, the localization of equipment manufacturing for "green" energy, and the production of high-value-added goods.
Given the dynamic growth of our economic ties, there is an increasing need for shared mechanisms to protect the rights and interests of entrepreneurs. To this end, it is necessary to develop a multilateral agreement on mutual legal assistance in commercial matters. Such a document would establish a solid legal foundation for the mutual recognition and enforcement of court judgments.
We also advocate for closer cooperation between the relevant competent authorities. In this regard, we believe it is important to create a digital platform designed for the electronic exchange of requests for legal assistance and related documentation.
In the current context of shifting global supply chains, the geographical location and transit potential of the Turkic states are taking on ever-greater strategic significance.
To expand the participation of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) member countries in international freight transport and logistics—and to enhance their economic stake—we must transform the Middle Corridor and other interconnected transport routes into a unified economic system. We propose establishing a network of logistics hubs across the Turkic states, managed through a joint framework.
Furthermore, we must fully harness the immense potential within the tourism sector. In 2025 alone, our nations welcomed over 100 million international tourists.
The time has come to establish a "Turkic Tourism Alliance" to collectively showcase the historic cities, unique natural landscapes, rich culture, and traditional hospitality of the Turkic peoples to the world.
To bridge long distances and make life easier for our citizens, we propose the development of a multilateral agreement on mutual travel for our nationals. It should address the expansion of travel opportunities using ID cards, as well as the simplification of border-crossing procedures and the regulations for staying within the territory of a host state.
Human capital—above all, the younger generation, equipped with modern knowledge and skills—is the foundation of technological progress. Investing in their education provides a solid basis for our long-term cooperation.
Under the "New Uzbekistan" (Yangi O‘zbekiston) scholarship program established in our country, 500 international students are provided with the opportunity to study on a grant basis. We are prepared to allocate 200 educational grants annually to individuals from Turkic states. We encourage the youth of our fraternal nations to make effective use of this opportunity.
I would also like to take this occasion to express my sincere gratitude for the support shown for our initiative to designate 2027 as the "Year of Nature Conservation" within the framework of the Organization.
I am confident that the priority tasks to be addressed next year will be discussed by our ministers responsible for environmental affairs during the COP-31 conference in Antalya.
Dear friends!
As you know, in order to duly recognize those who have made a significant contribution to the unity of the Turkic world, we have established an International Prize named after the great thinker and statesman Alisher Navoi.
Undoubtedly, the presentation of this prestigious award yesterday to the Honored Art Worker of Kazakhstan, Ambassador Dusen Kasseinov, will provide new energy and inspiration to our young people as they pursue creative endeavors in the fields of science, art, and literature.
The great Alisher Navoi, who dedicated his entire life to the development of the Turkic language, once emphasized: "Those who do not command their own language shall not command the respect of their people." Drawing inspiration from the theme of today’s summit, I propose the creation of a "Dictionary of Common Turkic Words"—a collection of terms shared across our languages that are readily understood by all Turkic peoples.
I express my sincere gratitude to the esteemed President of Turkey for the high-level organization of this summit—held under the theme "Turkic Century: Unity in Language, Thought, and Action"—and for his genuine hospitality.
The inauguration of a national-cultural complex representing our states, held on the eve of the summit in the picturesque Beştepe Park, marks a significant step toward preserving the shared heritage of the Turkic peoples. I am confident that this magnificent structure will serve as a vivid symbol of the unity of the Turkic world.
Distinguished participants of the summit!
Today, the system of international relations is undergoing fundamental changes, and geopolitical competition is intensifying. Ongoing armed conflicts and tensions in the regions surrounding the Turkic world are exerting a negative impact not only on security but also on trade, economic, and transport ties, as well as on prospects for development. We view the Organization of Turkic States—which possesses abundant natural resources and significant economic potential, and is evolving into an influential hub for global development—as a platform for mutual trust and practical partnership.
We must unite even more closely around our strategic goals and collectively advance our shared interests on the international stage. We stand together on this noble path and are prepared to mobilize our efforts in the name of Turkic solidarity.
Dear friends!
We believe it is important to hold regular political consultations on pressing international and regional issues within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States, and to coordinate our approaches and efforts.
The standing of the Organization on the international stage depends, in part, on its ability to foster open and mutually beneficial relations with external partners.
To this end, I propose initiating cooperation with third countries through an "Organization of Turkic States Plus" format, beginning with meetings of sectoral ministers. These meetings should focus on the implementation of concrete joint projects in areas such as trade, transport, investment, and other priority sectors.
Furthermore, we must deepen technological cooperation and develop industrial partnerships that will enable us to jointly access the global market.
As a practical step, we propose the adoption of the "Turkic World – 100" program, which encompasses one hundred strategic joint investment and industrial projects. It is of particular importance to channel resources from the Turkic Investment Fund and international financial institutions toward the realization of these projects.
It is advisable to prioritize the full-cycle processing of rare and strategic minerals, the localization of equipment manufacturing for "green" energy, and the production of high-value-added goods.
Given the dynamic growth of our economic ties, there is an increasing need for shared mechanisms to protect the rights and interests of entrepreneurs. To this end, it is necessary to develop a multilateral agreement on mutual legal assistance in commercial matters. Such a document would establish a solid legal foundation for the mutual recognition and enforcement of court judgments.
We also advocate for closer cooperation between the relevant competent authorities. In this regard, we believe it is important to create a digital platform designed for the electronic exchange of requests for legal assistance and related documentation.
In the current context of shifting global supply chains, the geographical location and transit potential of the Turkic states are taking on ever-greater strategic significance.
To expand the participation of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) member countries in international freight transport and logistics—and to enhance their economic stake—we must transform the Middle Corridor and other interconnected transport routes into a unified economic system. We propose establishing a network of logistics hubs across the Turkic states, managed through a joint framework.
Furthermore, we must fully harness the immense potential within the tourism sector. In 2025 alone, our nations welcomed over 100 million international tourists.
The time has come to establish a "Turkic Tourism Alliance" to collectively showcase the historic cities, unique natural landscapes, rich culture, and traditional hospitality of the Turkic peoples to the world.
To bridge long distances and make life easier for our citizens, we propose the development of a multilateral agreement on mutual travel for our nationals. It should address the expansion of travel opportunities using ID cards, as well as the simplification of border-crossing procedures and the regulations for staying within the territory of a host state.
Human capital—above all, the younger generation, equipped with modern knowledge and skills—is the foundation of technological progress. Investing in their education provides a solid basis for our long-term cooperation.
Under the "New Uzbekistan" (Yangi O‘zbekiston) scholarship program established in our country, 500 international students are provided with the opportunity to study on a grant basis. We are prepared to allocate 200 educational grants annually to individuals from Turkic states. We encourage the youth of our fraternal nations to make effective use of this opportunity.
I would also like to take this occasion to express my sincere gratitude for the support shown for our initiative to designate 2027 as the "Year of Nature Conservation" within the framework of the Organization.
I am confident that the priority tasks to be addressed next year will be discussed by our ministers responsible for environmental affairs during the COP-31 conference in Antalya.
Dear friends!
As you know, in order to duly recognize those who have made a significant contribution to the unity of the Turkic world, we have established an International Prize named after the great thinker and statesman Alisher Navoi.
Undoubtedly, the presentation of this prestigious award yesterday to the Honored Art Worker of Kazakhstan, Ambassador Dusen Kasseinov, will provide new energy and inspiration to our young people as they pursue creative endeavors in the fields of science, art, and literature.
The great Alisher Navoi, who dedicated his entire life to the development of the Turkic language, once emphasized: "Those who do not command their own language shall not command the respect of their people." Drawing inspiration from the theme of today’s summit, I propose the creation of a "Dictionary of Common Turkic Words"—a collection of terms shared across our languages that are readily understood by all Turkic peoples.
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