On 18 November, the Al Burda Award ceremony took place at the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum – one of the world’s leading platforms dedicated to Islamic art, calligraphy and poetry. In 2025, it was held under the theme UNITY, reflecting the idea of cultural and spiritual understanding between nations.

Uzbekistan was featured as the Guest of Honour and received an award, showcasing the country’s rich artistic and craft heritage. The ceremony also included a performance by the traditional ensemble Manzur, presented as part of the musical programme.