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Leading international media outlets – including \u201cCNN\u201d, \u201cForbes\u201d, \u201cThe Wall Street Journal\u201d, \u201cThe Economist\u201d, \u201cArab News\u201d and \u201cChina Daily\u201d – characterize the project as a \u201cglobal-scale megaproject\u201d, \u201cpearl of Central Asia and a space that is shaping the modern understanding of Islamic civilization\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n The opening of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan has sparked broad international interest and has become a focal point for the world’s leading media. Publications about the Center have appeared in more than 20 countries and in 7 languages – including English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Turkish and Russian – reaching a total audience of over 1.5 billion people. These materials, prepared by international journalists, analysts and experts, reflect the high level of interest in the project from the global professional community.<\/p>\n International media emphasize the symbolic nature of this event. As \u201cArab News<\/a>\u201d notes, \u201cthe opening of the Center, initiated by President of Uzbekistan, took place during the holy month of Ramadan, just as the laying of the first stone did eight years ago, giving the project a special historical and spiritual continuity\u201d.<\/em> Meanwhile, \u201cKhaleej Times<\/a>\u201d writes that the Center represents a \u201cunique space where cutting-edge technology and modern scientific approaches are harmoniously combined\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n As \u201cForbes<\/a>\u201d notes, \u201cunder the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the country is implementing a strategy of sustainable development and economic openness\u201d <\/em>and amidst rapid technological changes and growing global tensions – ranging from geopolitical conflicts to discussions on cultural identity – Center of Islamic Civilization \u201cis transforming its civilizational heritage into a modern tool of soft power\u201d.<\/em> \u201cThe Wall Street Journal\u201d<\/em> points out that the Center \u201cunites a rich historical legacy\u201d<\/em>, highlighting its integrative function.<\/p>\n \u201cChina Daily<\/a>\u201d refers to the Center of Islamic Civilization as \u201cone of Uzbekistan’s key cultural and scientific projects\u201d<\/em>, contributing to the strengthening of cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Uzbekistan and China, while \u201cThe Korea Times<\/a>\u201d notes that the complex \u201creflects the humanistic and enlightening essence of Islamic civilization\u201d<\/em> and \u201cserves as a modern platform for cultural dialogue and scientific collaboration\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n \u201cEuronews<\/a>\u201d characterizes the Center as a \u201cnew hub for heritage and research\u201d,<\/em> bringing together scientific research, education and modern exhibition practices. The Spanish publication \u201cABC\u201d notes that \u201cUzbekistan is reviving the legacy of the Great Silk Road\u201d<\/em>, linking the project to the region’s historical role as a center of civilizational exchange.<\/p>\n In turn, Hungarian publication \u201cHello Magyar<\/a>\u201d emphasizes that \u201cthe complex’s architectural concept is impressive not only for its grandeur but also for its full compliance with modern urban planning and environmental sustainability standards\u201d<\/em>, noting its architectural expressiveness and alignment with contemporary sustainable development requirements. The Turkish publication \u201cYeni Konya<\/a>\u201d characterized the Center of Islamic Civilization as a \u201cmonumental and majestic center that can be considered one of the most important historical, cultural and artistic achievements of the Islamic world in the last century\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n