An event titled “Analytical Indicators on Supporting Young Talent through Intellectual Competitions and Grant Projects” was held at the Syrdarya Regional Department of the State Assets Management Agency with the participation of the department’s staff.

Staff were briefed on the work being carried out in the region to develop young people’s intellectual potential, promote a culture of reading, and support gifted youth through grant projects. It was noted that a total of 720 events have been held in the region, reaching 18,300 young people.

Staff were also informed about the main intellectual competitions held in the region: the “Zakovat” and “Munozara” (Debate) intellectual games, and the “Yosh Kitobxon” (Young Reader) and “Yosh Kitobxon Oila” (Young Reading Family) contests. It was emphasized that such competitions broaden young people’s knowledge and worldview, develop logical and critical thinking, build speaking and communication skills, and strengthen teamwork. They also foster healthy competition, help identify talented youth, and encourage meaningful use of free time.

In addition, staff were given an overview of the grant projects developed to support young people in Syrdarya region. In particular, it was noted that 4 organizations have developed 13 grant projects with a total value of 3.58 billion soums, of which 12 are international and 1 is local.