ROME, November 13. /Dunyo IA/. On the initiative of the Embassy of Uzbekistan, the first special issue of the international magazine “Visit Uzbekistan” in the Italian language, dedicated to cooperation between the two countries, has been published, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Magazine was published jointly with the Italian publishing house “Dinara & Co.”. On the opening pages of the publication, which promotes the rich culture and tourism potential of Uzbekistan, an article on the visit of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Italy in June 2023 is featured. In addition, the issue includes analytical articles on elevating the relations between the two countries to the status of a strategic partnership and on the new stage of cooperation.

Magazine presents interviews with Ambassador of Uzbekistan Abat Fayzullaev, President of the Italy–Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce Giorgio Veronesi, Advisor to the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovations of Uzbekistan in Italy Marco Farci, and others.

Articles note the active development of diplomatic and cultural ties, a noticeable growth in mutual trade turnover, and promising investment projects. It is emphasized that national pavilions at the Venice Biennale, as well as major exhibitions in Florence and other cities, enhance Uzbekistan’s standing in the international arena and contribute to the growth in the flow of European tourists.

It is separately noted that since 2023, the establishment of joint ventures and technology transfer have become priorities in the economy and industry. Among the promising sectors mentioned are the oil and gas and chemical industries, “green” energy, textiles, saffron cultivation in the Jizzakh Region, and deep processing of agricultural products. In the sphere of education, it was noted that the first forum with the participation of rectors of around 30 leading Italian universities, held in Tashkent in the autumn of 2024, elevated academic ties to a new level.

Isue also features the impressions of Italian photographer Fernando Russo from his trip across Uzbekistan, information about historical cities, a story about representatives of national fashion, and useful tips for tourists.

Magazine “Visit Uzbekistan” has been published in English since 2017 and covers the culture, art, crafts, and tourism opportunities of the country.