A scientific lecture dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai’s birth was held at Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies.
In accordance with the priority tasks outlined in the resolutions of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan PQ–4680 “On measures to radically improve the system of personnel training in the field of Oriental Studies and enhance scientific potential” and PQ–3598 “On the comprehensive study and promotion of the creative heritage of the great Kazakh poet and thinker Abai Kunanbayev,” Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies continues to systematically organize scientific and educational events dedicated to the heritage of Eastern and Central Asian scholars.
As part of this series of scholarly events, on 28 November 2025, Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies hosted an academic meeting dedicated to the 180th anniversary of the birth of the great Kazakh poet and thinker Abai Ibrahim Kunanbay. During the event, a scientific lecture titled “Abai Ibrahim Kunanbayuly – the spirit of Kazakh literature and thought” was presented.
The lecture was delivered by Derya Soysal, a researcher at the Free University of Brussels (Belgium) and a specialist in the history of Central Asian countries.
The lecture focused on analyzing the role of Abai’s legacy in contemporary research, his philosophical worldview, and his influence on the culture of related peoples.
Sarsenbayev Serzhan Konratbayevich, Advisor to the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Uzbekistan, attended the event as an honorary guest.
The scientific meeting brought together university professors, doctoral students, researchers, and students. The lecture served as an important platform for exchanging views on the role of Abai’s works in regional literary processes, spiritual revival, and the development of Kazakh–Uzbek cultural relations.
This academic event aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Primarily, it supports SDG 4 – “Quality Education” by expanding the scientific outlook of students, doctoral candidates, and researchers. By strengthening literary and cultural ties among Turkic peoples, the event contributes to SDG 10 – “Reduced Inequalities.” Its role in promoting intercultural dialogue and diplomatic cooperation corresponds to SDG 16 – “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.” Furthermore, the event strengthens SDG 17 – “Partnerships for the Goals” through enhanced cooperation between the Free University of Brussels, the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Uzbekistan, and TSUOS.
This scientific event serves as another significant step in the university’s systematic efforts to thoroughly study Abai’s heritage and to foster literary and cultural relations among Turkic peoples based on modern academic approaches.
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