Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- The XXII International Conference of the International Sports Federation of Fire Rescuers began its work in Tashkent. The participants of the event are experts from 25 countries, as well as representatives of reputable international organizations.

Now the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Lieutenant-General Tursinkhan Khudaibergenov opened the event.

The President of the International Sports Federation of Fire Rescuers Alexander Chupriyan also welcomed the participants.

The conference is dedicated to the upcoming World Championship to be held in Samarkand in 2022.