Bukhara to Host the 19th Annual UNESCO Creative Cities Network Conference in 2027
In 2027, Bukhara will host the 19th annual conference of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This will be the first city in Central Asia, the CIS, and the Organization of Turkic States to serve as the venue for such a forum.
The announcement that the forum will take place in Bukhara was made by the UNESCO press service. The agenda will include the development of creative industries, the protection of cultural heritage and its application in modern times, support for young people and professionals in the creative sector, as well as the role of culture in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The idea to hold the meeting in Bukhara in October 2025 was proposed by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He presented the initiative during the opening of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand.
According to the organization, an active cultural life will enhance the city's international reputation and create conditions for the growth of tourism, employment, and the local economy. Priorities also include heritage protection, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
