THE ROLE OF CULTURAL DIPLOMACY IN THE SHANGHAI COOPERATION ORGANIZATION: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR UZBEKISTAN
Ключевые слова:
Cultural diplomacy, Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Uzbekistan, soft power, regional cooperation, humanitarian policy, Confucius Institutes, Russian World Foundation, Central Asia.Аннотация
This article investigates the evolving role of cultural diplomacy within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), emphasizing Uzbekistan’s strategies, contributions, and institutional gaps. Despite the SCO’s growing geopolitical influence, its cultural dimension remains underdeveloped and fragmented. This paper draws on scholarly literature and official sources to analyze the potential of cultural diplomacy to shape soft power dynamics, address regional asymmetries, and promote intercultural dialogue. It offers an in-depth assessment of existing initiatives, challenges, and strategic solutions, especially in the context of Uzbekistan's foreign policy.
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