The event was attended by the heads and representatives of diplomatic missions of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, India, Indonesia, military attaches of Russia, China, USA, Italy, Great Britain, Germany, Republic of Korea, directors. the Department of People's Diplomacy accredited in the SCO of the Republic of Uzbekistan, scientists and specialists in the history of the Great Patriotic War from Central Asia, students and youth.

The participants of the event, accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Uzbekistan Hamdam Karshiev and Director of the International Institute of Central Asia Anvar Nasirov, laid flowers at the foot of the Ode to Fortitude monument.

The goals and objectives of the conference are scientific understanding of the contribution of the peoples of Central Asia to the victory in World War II, determination of the spiritual and psychological origins of the feat of our fathers and grandfathers, increasing public interest in the history of the state of the region, patriotic education of the younger generation.

Opening the conference, Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Uzbekistan Hamdam Karshiev read out the welcoming speech of the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhodir Kurbanov. In particular, it was emphasized that it was the peoples of the union republics that suffered the most during the Second World War and suffered numerous losses.

Our peoples will always bow before the courage, spiritual strength and patriotism of those who, without sparing themselves at the front and in the rear, day after day, hour after hour, forged Victory over the enemy.

Director of MMGA Anvar Nasirov noted in his speech that Central Asia has turned into a reliable rear to support the front.

Over the years of the war, more than 4 million people from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan were drafted into military units.

About one and a half million fighters from the countries of Central Asia were killed, more than 780 thousand people were awarded orders and medals, including more than 1000 people became Heroes of the Soviet Union, about 250 people were full holders of the Order of Glory. ...

Only in November 1941 - March 1942, for example, 14 national formations were formed in Uzbekistan, which showed high courage and selfless heroism on the war fronts.

The countries of Central Asia received more than 3 million people evacuated from the western territories, which were engulfed in war. The example of saving children is especially indicative.

During their speeches, the heads of diplomatic missions of the countries of Central Asia, Russia and Belarus were unanimous in the opinion that Victory Day is one of the most revered and memorable dates.

This is a sacred day in the historical annals of peoples, combining the joy of the triumph of life and the pain of loss. There is no such family, without exaggeration, that she would have bypassed. On this day, we bow our heads to the memory of those who defeated fascism, gave us the opportunity to live under a peaceful sky and be free people.

The participants of the event noted that the holiday in Uzbekistan is filled with a special atmosphere largely due to the deeply personal attitude to the Victory Day of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, as evidenced by his special attention to veterans and the next large-scale holiday initiatives. Day of Remembrance and Honor.

It was emphasized that the Second World War is of global importance and ended thanks to the common efforts and unity of peoples, regardless of language and culture.

The participants expressed confidence that the peoples of Central Asia, keeping the memory of the great military and labor feat of their fathers and grandfathers, will jointly direct all their efforts to preserve the highest value - a peaceful and prosperous life.