SEOUL, October 18. /Dunyo IA/.   Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) in Seoul hosted the first-ever “Men nechun sevaman O‘zbekistonni” (“Why I Love Uzbekistan”) contest, organized on the initiative of the Embassy of Uzbekistan with the support of the university administration, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Event was timed to coincide with October 21^st – the Uzbek Language Day. Students from the Department of Uzbek Language and Literature participated in the contest, demonstrating their knowledge of the language, history, literature and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan.

At the final stage, the Ambassador of Uzbekistan Alisher Abdusalomov noted that studying the Uzbek language helps to deeply understand the national identity, historical memory and cultural traditions of the people, and also contributes to strengthening friendship between the two countries.

Diplomat also highlighted the practical significance of proficiency in the Uzbek language for South Korean students planning to work in Uzbekistan or participate in joint projects. Knowledge of the language and local cultural characteristics helps to build effective interaction with partners.

Following the results of the contest, the jury determined the winners and prize-winners in the main and special nominations. They received gifts and certificates from the Embassy of Uzbekistan.

In the future, organizers plan to involve other universities in South Korea in the contest and elevate it to an inter-university level. The initiative is aimed at expanding interest in the Uzbek language, exchanging knowledge between students and faculty, and developing educational and humanitarian cooperation between the two countries.