In marking the 36th anniversary of the Uzbek language being granted the status of the state language, the Republic of Uzbekistan is holding extensive events nationwide. These activities are aimed at further elevating the language's prestige, reinforcing its role and significance in public life, and instilling feelings of devotion and respect for the mother tongue in the younger generation.

Today, the Uzbek language is actively utilized across all key sectors of society: in public administration, education, science, culture, and diplomacy. Furthermore, it is being taught at reputable universities abroad, where the instruction serves to widely promote Uzbek culture and unique national traditions. These spiritual and educational events, carried out within the framework of the state policy for language development, play a crucial role in strengthening national identity and deepening the sense of respect for the language among youth.

In line with the objectives outlined in the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Additional Measures for the Further Development of the State Language,” adopted on October 20, 2025, the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED) organized a series of events and competitions involving faculty, staff, and students throughout the Uzbek Language Month.

To heighten attention and respect for the state language, enhance language culture, and promote literacy among the youth, the month's program included the “Most Literate Student” mass dictation, essay writing under the theme “The Fate of My Mother Tongue is in My Hands,” and a competition for international students titled “The Uzbek Language – the Interpreter of My Heart.”

On October 21, 2025, a celebratory event under the slogan “Mother Tongue: The Nation's Spirit” took place at UWED. It was attended by professors, teachers, students, as well as community leaders and youth from the "Olmachi," "Yangi Olmachi," and "Elobod" Mahallas of the Mirzo Ulugbek district.

The event was inaugurated by Odil Abdugafurovich Yusupdjanov, Vice-Rector for Youth Affairs, who emphasized that the ultimate goal of all initiatives held for the 36th anniversary of the state language status is to reinforce reverence and loyalty to our mother tongue and heighten the responsibility for its careful preservation. In his address, he spoke about the historical depth, rich lexicon, and indispensable role of the Uzbek language in the life of the nation, asserting that our language is a fundamental symbol of national identity and independent statehood, and a core value driving the country’s political, social, spiritual, and educational progress.

He also highlighted the presentation of the “Uzbek Studies Program” at Oxford University, one of the world's most prestigious higher education institutions, on October 14, as a significant milestone in Uzbekistan’s spiritual and cultural life. The Vice-Rector further noted that the recent Presidential Decree on the Development of the State Language marks a vital new phase in the nation's language policy.

Following the opening, the results of the “Most Literate Student” dictation contest were announced. Over 150 participants, including 1st and 2nd-year students from all faculties and students from the Academic Lyceum, tested their proficiency. The text for the dictation was chosen to assess participants' command of spelling, punctuation, and written communication culture. The winners were Anora Rajabova, a 1st-year student from the Faculty of International Relations, who received a 1st-degree diploma in the dictation, and Sarvinoz Abdullayeva, a 1st-year student from the Faculty of International Economics and Management, who was awarded a 1st-degree diploma in the video clip competition.

In the “The Uzbek Language – the Interpreter of My Heart” contest for international students, held within the scope of the Presidential Decree of October 20, 2025, a 1st-degree diploma was presented to Amina Mulladjonova, a 2nd-year student from the Faculty of International Economics and Management and a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Exchange students also demonstrated active participation. Chung Yoonah, a 3rd-year student from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, was awarded a 2nd-degree diploma for her essay on the contest theme, while Yoshiyuki Ono, a student from Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, secured a 3rd-degree diploma. Furthermore, Woong Lim, a 4th-year student from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, was honored with a diploma for the most eloquent speech in Uzbek.

During the celebration, students delivered captivating artistic presentations. These performances featured the extensive capabilities of the Uzbek language through idioms, maxims, and proverbs, and were aimed at cultivating skills in clean, correct, and logical speech, as well as written literacy based on the Latin-script Uzbek alphabet.

The audience enjoyed monologues reflecting the linguistic philosophy of great scholars who contributed to the nation's enlightenment, a dramatic reading of a segment from Omon Matjon's story “Alla” (Lullaby), and heartfelt testimonials from international students about the Uzbek language, all of which created an uplifting atmosphere.