Initiatives to increase the level of cooperation between Uzbekistan and Turkey in the format of the Organization of Turkic States

Abstract

This paper analyses cooperation initiatives between Uzbekistan and Turkey within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). The nations possess extensive historical and cultural connections; yet a significant vacuum exists in our understanding of the complete extent and effects of these collaborative endeavors. This paper analyses Uzbekistan-Turkey collaboration across economic, cultural, and political aspects utilizing qualitative research approaches, including document analysis and case studies. Findings indicate that bilateral trade has expanded to $3 billion, with Uzbekistan becoming as a pivotal transit hub for strategic collaborations and the Middle Corridor plan. Educational exchanges and cultural initiatives have fostered a shared Turkic identity. However, the results highlight the tenacity and adaptability of this alliance, even amidst significant global turbulence. The repercussions involve more cohesive initiatives by streamlining overland and aerial transportation, constructing shared infrastructure projects, and enhancing cultural diplomacy within the Turkic sphere to ensure regional peace and economic success.