DOHA, November 9. /Dunyo IA/. Uzbekistan has become a full member of the Global Public Diplomacy Network ("GPDNet") following the 11th General Assembly of the organisation held in Doha, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Founded in 2014, International Non-Profit Organisation brings together 29 countries and promotes cooperation in public and cultural diplomacy.

Valijon Khoshimov, Deputy Director of the Center for Foreign Policy Studies and International Initiatives under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, took part in the Assembly.

Uzbekistan’s application for full membership in "GPDNet" was included on the Assembly’s agenda through the joint efforts of the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Qatar and the Center. Following the vote, representatives of all participating countries unanimously supported the country’s accession to the organisation.

During the event, Uzbek side presented the country’s foreign policy priorities, key objectives in public diplomacy, as well as the Center’s projects and international initiatives.

Presentation generated considerable interest among the Assembly participants. Representatives of the member states expressed their interest in establishing cooperation between the Center and relevant institutions in "GPDNet" member countries, as well as implementing joint projects.

Full membership in the network will enable Uzbekistan to expand its participation in international public diplomacy, promote national initiatives on the international stage and strengthen the Center’s institutional ties with foreign partners.