Qatar’s Minister of State and head of the Qatar National Library, Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al‑Kawari, met with Uzbekistan’s ambassador to Qatar, Ashraf Khojaev. During the event they emphasized the two nations’ common Islamic heritage and cultural connections. Both officials highlighted the opening of an Islamic Civilization Centre in Tashkent as a symbol of the shared history. The remarks underscored ongoing cooperation in cultural and educational fields.