The opening of the International Centre for Turkic Culture and Heritage took place at the 'Silk Road' International Research Institute.

A significant and long-awaited event took place on 27 May 2025 at the "Silk Road" International Research Institute under the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage. The Institute signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the International Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, marking a significant milestone in the promotion and preservation of the Turkic world's shared cultural values. As part of this agreement, the official opening of the International Centre for Turkic Culture and Heritage under the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation took place at the Institute.

The opening ceremony was attended by Ms Aktoty Rakhmatullayevna Raimkulova, President of the International Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation; Mr Talgat Mukhanov, a Foundation representative and diplomat from Kazakhstan; Professor Reykha Khanum Amenzade, a Doctor of Architecture from Azerbaijan; Professor Tongqian Zou from the People's Republic of China; the Vice-Rector of the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage; and other distinguished officials and honoured guests.

Following the opening of the Centre, Professor Mavlyuda Yusupova, Director of the Institute had a meeting with Ms Aktoty Raimkulova, President of the Foundation. During the discussion, the parties explored prospects for future collaboration between the Foundation and the Institute, as well as upcoming joint scientific and cultural projects and initiatives.

We extend our sincere wishes for a successful future to the International Centre for Turkic Culture and Heritage!