BANGKOK, November 5. /Dunyo IA/.  Cultural and educational events dedicated to the culture and national heritage of Uzbekistan were held at Thammasat University in Thailand, reports Dunyo IA correspondent reports.

Representatives of the Consulate General of Uzbekistan participated in a cultural and educational event organized by the university's Faculty of Liberal Arts and dedicated to Russian and Eurasian studies.

At the opening ceremony, Consul General of Uzbekistan Fakhriddin Sultanov delivered a welcoming speech. He noted that such events are essential for strengthening friendly ties between countries and expanding the knowledge of Thai youth about the region, its history, culture, and traditions.

Within the framework of the event titled “Eurasia - Crossroads of Peoples”, participants reinforced their theoretical knowledge of the region and took part in practical sessions. A discussion was held with the Dean of the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Professor Sirirat Na Ranong, who noted the special interest of the university's students in studying the Uzbek language.

On November 3^rd, event “Uzbekistan: Cinema, Conversation and Flavors of Central Asia” was held at the Faculty of Liberal Arts. A compatriot residing in Thailand, Senior Lecturer at “Rajabhat Valaya Alongkorn University Demonstration School” Bakhtiyor Karimov, briefed the students and faculty on the national and cultural values, as well as the traditions of Uzbekistan.