We, the Republic of Uzbekistan, are strongly opposed to religious oppression and believe that every individual should have the right to choose and practice the religion of their choice. That being said, we believe that with the appropriate measures, institutions and laws, religious tolerance and understanding could be achieved. Our great nation, Uzbekistan, is located in the heart of Central Asia, between two great rivers, the Amu Darya and the Syr Darya. The land that we call our homeland is considered the homeland of civilization, which is perhaps one of the oldest in the world (Internet source: Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland). The history of Uzbekistan is that of individuals and great nations, of bloody conquests and great rebellions. This is the story of people who wholeheartedly loved their homeland (Internet source: Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland). When it comes to culture, Uzbekistan has one of the most brilliant and original cultures in the world. East. From our inimitable national music, dances and paintings to our unique national kitchen clothes (Internet source: Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland). Regarding the position of our great nation regarding religion and freedom of conscience, the Republic of Uzbekistan is a member of the international community and bears full responsibility for supporting different faiths. Article 18 of the Constitution of Uzbekistan states that all citizens of our country have the same rights and freedoms and are equal regardless of gender, race, nationality, language, religion, origin. .... middle of paper .... .... expression in the media and on the Internet to prevent clashes between individuals of different ethnic, racial and religious groups. We believe that the system we have established in our country is effective in preventing religious clashes between our citizens, thereby promoting respect and tolerance between the different religious communities living in our country. References: Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the United States Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland www.uzbekembassy.org/e/culture_religion (accessed March 16, 2014)Everybody Draw Mohammed Day www.en.m.wikipedia.org/ wiki/Everybody_Draw_Mohammed_Day (accessed March 16, 2014)Russification www.en. wikipedia.org/wiki/Russification (Accessed March 16, 2014) 2013 Annual Report of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedoms (PDF) www.uscirf.gov (Accessed March 16 2014) 2014)