― 15 апреля 2023 г.
International Conference on Babur Shah
An "International Conference on Babur Shah" was held in Uzbekistan on 13-14 April 2023 in cooperation of TURKSOY with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan, the Governorate of Fergane, the Governorate of Kokand and the Kokand University.
On the occasion of the 540th anniversary of the birthday of the founder of the Mughal Empire, great statesman and poet Zahiriddin Muhammad Mughal in 2023, the conference was held in Kokand, one of the most ancient cities of the Great Silk Road, centre of science and capital of Kokand Khanate. The conference gathered Prof. Dr. Gofurcon Zohidov, the Rector of the Kokand University, Prof. Dr. Shuhrat Sirociddinov, the Rector of the Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature, Prof. Dr. Khurshidcon Ahmedov, the Deputy Governor of the Province of Fergane Mr. Marufjon Usmonov, the Governor of Kokand City, Zakircan Mashrabov, the President of the International Mughal Foundation, Botircan Ergashev, the Vice President of the Authors' Union of Uzbekistan and faculty members along with a large number of students.
In the speech he delivered at the opening session of the conference, TURKSOY Deputy Secretary General Prof. Dr. Bilal Çakıcı said: "At the 39th Term Meeting of the Permanent Council of TURKSOY held in Bursa, the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World on November 5th, 2022, the Minister of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Uzbekistan Mr. Ozodbek Nazarbekov proposed to organise various events on the occasion of the 540th anniversary of the birthday of Zahiriddin Muhammad Mughal within the scope of activities to be carried out by TURKSOY in 2023. In line with the proposals of our Minister, we are together with you today at this International Conference on Babur Shah held with the precious contribution of our scholars from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey and Uzbekistan. Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur, one of the leading figures of the Turkic World, whose legacy marked the history of the Turkic World, is a great poet, scientist and state leader. His unique spiritual heritage played a key role not only in the formation of Uzbek national culture and literary-aesthetic perception, but also in the history of literature, science and statehood of the entire Turkic World. Today, as our countries are entering a new stage of national development which goes along with fundamental changes in all spheres of our lives, there is an even greater need for an in-depth study and dissemination of Mirza Babur's invaluable legacy. In this context, taking into account the national and universal nature of the works of our great ancestor, their great role and influence in increasing the intellectual and spiritual potential of our young generations, we closely follow the work being carried out at home and abroad by the decisions of the President of Uzbekistan, Mr Shovkat Mirziyoyev, and we are really proud. This intensive effort and labour in Uzbekistan, which is spent to keep our essence, culture, common heritage and values alive by protecting them, is an example for the whole Turkic World." Prof. Dr. Çakıcı concluded his speech by expressing his gratitude to the Governor of Fergane Hayrullo Bozorov and the Governor of Kokand City Marufjon Usmonov, leading the organisation of the conference for their kind and superior hospitality and thanked the Rector of the Kokand University Prof. Dr. Gofurjon Zmonov, Prof. Dr. Gofurjon Zaxidov, the Rector of the Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature Prof. Dr. Shuhrat Sirojiddinov and valuable scholars as well as all stakeholders who contributed to the conference with their valuable presentations and stated that the book consisting of the papers presented at the conference will be published later on.
Prof. Dr. Gofurjon Zahidov, Rector of Kokand University, said: "Such conferences organised with the participation of scientists of the Turkic World are an indication that we are in cooperation in the research and study of our history from a scientific point of view." and wished success to all participants.
Prof. Dr. Khurshidjon Ahmedov, Deputy Governor of Fergane Province, said: "In 2022, a cooperation protocol was signed between TURKSOY and Fergane Governorate in order to further develop common Turkic culture, art and tourism. Since the signing of the protocol, we have been organising various conferences, symposiums and panels as well as important projects in cooperation with these two institutions. Today's conference, which we have organised in memory of Zahiruddin Muhammed Babur, the common value of the Turkic World, is one of the most special events we have planned and will hopefully lead to new horizons. We have a lot to learn from our ancestors, we are still at the beginning of the road, we need events like this for the future of our youth."
At the end of the opening ceremony, TURKSOY Deputy Secretary General Prof. Dr. Bilal Çakıcı awarded the Rector of the Kokand University, Prof. Dr. Gofurcon Zohidov, with the "30th Anniversary Medal of TURKSOY" for his contributions to education, culture, art and tourism in the Turkic World. Mr. Çakıcı also presented plaquettes to officials of stakeholder institutions and organisations who contributed to the organization of the conference in memory of the day.
The international conference took part in four sessions with the participation of Prof. Dr. Ramiz Asker from Azerbaijan, Prof. Dr. Islam Zhemeney, Assoc. Dr. Aiman Tlepbergenova, Assoc. Dr. Gul Bayandına, Dr. Sharipa Nurzhanova from Kazakhstan, Prof. Dr. Baibolot Abytov, Prof. Dr. Kubanychbek Kalchekeev, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sydyk Smadyyarov, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arstanbek Ilebaev, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zholdoshbek Botonoev, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdymitalip Murzakhmetov, Dr. Ainura Akhmatova, Prof. Dr. Ziyodaxon Tesheboyeva, Prof. Dr. Marguba Abdullayeva, Prof. Dr. Haydarbek Bobobekov from Uzbekistan, Prof. Dr. Bilal Yücel and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Veli Savaş Yelok from Turkey.
In the conference which was followed with close attention by the students, participating scholars discussed various aspects pertaining to the life of Babur, the data provided by all his works, especially "Baburname", for many fields such as language, literature, history, geography and biology.
In the closing session of the conference, participants emphasised that the mystery in the works of Zahirüddin Muhammad Babür could not be completely solved yet and that new information was revealed every time they were read. As it was also stressed that further research needs to be carried out, various proposals were made in this context.
The conference, which lasted two days, ended with theatre performances, concerts and excursions to the historical sites of Kokand city.
