Main Directions of People’s Diplomacy Between Uzbekistan and Germany
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51699/cajssh.v7i1.1280Keywords:
people-to-people diplomacy, Uzbekistan–Germany relations, intercity cooperation, cultural days, cultural dialogue, public diplomacyAbstract
This article analyzes the role and significance of people-to-people diplomacy within the system of international relations in the context of globalization. Specifically, it offers an academic analysis of the main tools of the citizens diplomacy in the bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Germany, such as intercity cooperation, cultural days, museums, academic collaboration, and the activities of non-governmental organizations. The article also supports the role played by cultural and humanitarian relations to encourage mutual rapprochement among peoples, encouraging intercultural communication, and enhancing interstate relations.
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