The University of World Economy and Diplomacy hosted a presentation entitled “Cadre. 74 innocent” by independent American researcher Orhan Babakurban

On November 30, 2022 a presentation entitled "Cadre. 74 innocent" took place at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy. The presentation was delivered by Orhan Babakurban, an independent American researcher. Orhan Babakurban is a first generation Turkistanian-American born in the United States. He currently resides in New York. His interests include the history and politics of Central Asia. Notably, after the independence of Uzbekistan, Orhan Babakurban taught at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy in Tashkent.

The Vice-Rector for Youth Affairs and Spiritual and Educational Work Odil Yusupdjanov delivered his opening remarks at the beginning of the presentation. It was noted that Mr. Babakurban is a close friend of the university having taught here for some time. O. Yusupdjanov stressed on the role of Jadid leaders in Uzbek history in his speech. Their contribution to the society was also remarked.

After his welcoming words, O. Babakurban proceeded with the presentation, in the form of a short film for students. The journey of 74 innocent students’ hopes, dreams, trials and tribulations in the pursuit of knowledge to serve their nation to achieve independence was explored. This ambitious project was initiated by Jadid leaders. The goal was to educate these students in Europe’s epicenter of arts and science, Berlin, Germany. The memorial presentation included rare historical photographs, footages and documents to explore the fate of those students who returned to the motherland and those who did not.

At the end of the presentations, the viewers got the chance to express their views and ask questions regarding the presentation.