The goal of the prize is to support initiatives aimed at preserving traditional values, as well as to promote the development of culture, education, volunteering, and people’s diplomacy in the Eurasian space.
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More than 3,700 applications from 27 countries participated in the competition, including Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkey, Serbia, Italy, Spain, and France. Over a thousand delegates, including laureates, experts, and public figures, participated in the finals.
Kyrgyzstan was represented in several categories and received awards. Journalist Talaybek Oroskulov became a laureate in the "Protect" nomination in the "Voice of Eurasia" block for his significant contribution to the development of humanitarian cooperation and the dissemination of reliable information about the region. Eldar Aitmatov from Kyrgyzstan was also awarded a special prize dedicated to the 100th anniversary of people’s diplomacy. The award was presented by Evgeny Primakov, head of Rossotrudnichestvo, who emphasized that "the laureates demonstrate that traditional values continue to live and develop thanks to the active participation of people in the fate of their communities."
Significant attention was drawn to the presence of Ilan Shor, a member of the board of trustees of the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia," who presented the award in the "Language of the World" category. The winner was Botagoz Omarova, a teacher of Russian language and literature from Kazakhstan.
Ilan Shor noted: "The 'Eurasia' Prize contributes to strengthening ties between the peoples of our continent and emphasizes the importance of the Russian language as a language of friendship and mutual understanding."
The press secretary of the President of Russia, Dmitry Peskov, presented the first award in the "Bridges of Friendship" nomination to the International Forum "ProSvet" for promoting international cooperation.
"Uniting people to discuss common values and implement significant projects is a noble cause," noted Dmitry Peskov.
According to Alena Arshinova, chairwoman of the board of the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia," the prize united people from different countries who have preserved cultural and spiritual ties on the continent. "More than 3,700 applications confirm: Eurasia has a huge heart, and it beats thanks to such people — creators, helpers, and inspirers," she added.
The total prize fund of the award amounted to 25 million rubles, and the winners received not only financial support but also mentoring and consulting assistance for the implementation of their projects.
Thus, the "Eurasia" Prize has become a new platform for international humanitarian cooperation, where Kyrgyzstan confirmed its active role in strengthening cultural and spiritual ties between the peoples of Eurasia.
