THE ROLE OF MULTILATERAL CULTURAL AND HUMANITARIAN RELATIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONAL COOPERATION

Historically, Central Asian countries have always considered themselves to belong to a single region. The indigenous peoples of Central Asia had a common history, similar cultures, customs, and even believed in one religion. Countries in the region, especially in their border areas, are home to many ethnic groups from neighboring countries, which in turn helps to strengthen kinship ties between a large number of people, particularly in Central Asia.