Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Feb.16 /trend D.Azizov/
An international conference on preparing an educated public to ensure sustainable development and modernization in Uzbekistan is being held today in Tashkent.
The forum was proposed by Uzbek President Islam Karimov
Representatives of the UN, WB, UNDP, Asian Development Bank, Islamic Development Bank, German Academic Exchange Service and other groups are taking part in the conference.
The event aims to introduce the country's achievements in education and the state's role in competitive education to the international community.
According to the conference agenda, the participants will visit schools, academic lyceums, professional colleges and leading universities in Tashkent on Thursday where they will get acquainted with local activities and exchange experiences with their colleagues.
Plenary and sectional sessions will also be held at the forum on Friday.