Uzbekistan and Russia Discuss Strengthening Strategic Partnership and Alliance
Uzbekistan and Russia Discuss Strengthening Strategic Partnership and Alliance
Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed the consolidation of comprehensive strategic partnership and allied relations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who is on a working visit to the country.
According to a statement from the Uzbek Presidential Office, Mirziyoyev received Lavrov in the historic city of Samarkand.
The statement noted that Lavrov conveyed greetings and best wishes from Russian President Vladimir Putin to Mirziyoyev, and emphasized that discussions focused on strengthening the friendship, comprehensive strategic partnership, and allied relations between Uzbekistan and Russia.
It was highlighted that both sides expressed satisfaction with the active dialogue and productive exchange of ideas across all fields.
The statement also underlined the increase in trade and investment volumes between the two countries, the strengthening of cooperation between regional and leading industrial enterprises, and the further expansion of partnerships in culture, arts, science, education, healthcare, sports, and tourism.
Additionally, the two officials exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern.
Lavrov is also scheduled to meet with Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov during his stay in Samarkand.