The world's leading international mass media outlets — publications such as CNN, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Arab News, and China Daily — are evaluating this project as a "mega-project on a global scale," a "gem of Central Asia," and a "space shaping a modern view of Islamic civilization."
The opening of the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan has generated great interest in the international community and become a focus of global media attention. Materials about the Center have been published in more than 20 countries and in 7 languages — English, Arabic, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Turkish, and Russian. Their total audience has reached over 1.5 billion people. The materials were prepared by international journalists, analysts, and experts, demonstrating the high interest of the global professional community in this project.
International media also pay special attention to the symbolic significance of this event. Arab News emphasizes that "the opening of the Center, implemented on the initiative of the President of Uzbekistan, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, just as the laying of the first stone eight years ago did, endows it with a special historical and spiritual continuity." Khaleej Times describes the Center as a "unique space where advanced technologies and modern scientific approaches are harmonized."
Forbes notes that "under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the country is implementing a strategy of stable development and economic openness." At the same time, in an environment of growing geopolitical conflicts and debates around cultural identity, the Center of Islamic Civilization is "transforming civilizational heritage into a modern instrument of 'soft power'." The Wall Street Journal emphasizes that the Center is performing the task of "unifying a rich historical heritage."
China Daily calls the Center "one of Uzbekistan's important cultural and scientific projects," highlighting its role in strengthening cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Uzbekistan and China. The Korea Times notes that the complex "reflects the humanistic and enlightening essence of Islamic civilization" and is a "modern platform for cultural dialogue and scientific cooperation."
Euronews evaluates the Center as a "new hub for heritage and research" that combines scientific research, education, and modern exhibition practices. Spain's ABC publication states that "Uzbekistan is restoring the heritage of the Great Silk Road," linking the project to the region's role as a historical civilizational exchange center.
Hungary's Hello Magyar publication emphasizes that "the complex's architecture impresses not only with its grandeur but also with its full compliance with modern urban planning and ecological sustainability standards." Turkey's Yeni Konya publication calls the Center a "grand and majestic complex that can be assessed as one of the most important historical, cultural, and artistic achievements of the last century."
Azerbaijan's Caliber.az publication notes the Center of Islamic Civilization as a "candidate for the Guinness Book of Records," once again confirming its scale and uniqueness.
The Center of Islamic Civilization is not just a new museum, but in a broader sense, it is becoming part of a history where countries are rediscovering their heritage and presenting it to the world in an understandable way. Today, the Center is already open to visitors. Experts also highlight its enormous potential for developing cultural tourism. The new complex makes Uzbekistan even more attractive as a destination with unique historical and intellectual heritage. However, judging by the attention of the world press, its significance extends far beyond the scope of tourism.
