Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- As part of the celebration of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and China, a special issue of the Psearcher information and analytical magazine dedicated to Uzbekistan was published in China.

The color illustrated publication titled "Development Strategy of New Uzbekistan" highlights the large-scale reforms carried out in Uzbekistan in recent years in the socio-political, socio-economic spheres, as well as the goals of the country’s internal development and promotion of foreign policy priorities for the coming years.

In particular, the articles analyze the results of the implementation of the "Action Strategy for the five priority areas of development of the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2017-2021", as well as the main tasks of the new Development Strategy of Uzbekistan in 2022-2026. Particular attention was paid to the results of the regional policy of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Central Asia, key aspects of the Uzbek-Chinese relations of comprehensive strategic partnership, key initiatives of the head of Uzbekistan within the framework of international organizations such as the UN, SCO.

The article "Development Strategy of New Uzbekistan" informs foreign readers about the goals and objectives of the country’s comprehensive development for the next five years.

It is emphasized that the Strategy, announced by the President of Uzbekistan in his inaugural speech, will mark the beginning of a new stage in the national development of the country. The main idea of the new strategy is based on the principle: "individual - society - state".

Speaking about foreign policy priorities, it is emphasized that Uzbekistan will continue to develop a pragmatic and balanced foreign policy and economic diplomacy. “The main task remains the further strengthening of good neighborly relations and strategic partnership, first of all, with the countries of Central Asia. In addition, Uzbekistan will pay special attention to expanding mutually beneficial and multifaceted relations with Russia, China, the United States, Turkey, India, Pakistan, Germany, France, South Korea, Japan, the United Arab Emirates and partners in all regions of the world.

The article "Growing investment attractiveness of Uzbekistan" is devoted to the economic achievements of Uzbekistan, which, despite the consequences of the pandemic, continues to demonstrate impressive growth rates.

 “Today, more than 50 international companies with FDI successfully continue their activities in Uzbekistan. Moreover, world-famous brands open their regional offices and production facilities in the country. In recent years, such companies as Apple Distribution International, Netflix, Google Commerce, Google Voice, Samsung Electronics, Xsolla and others have appeared on this list.

As the Chinese edition notes, since the beginning of 2017, US$83 billion has been allocated in Uzbekistan from all sources. This is more than twice as much as in the previous period. Of these, about US$27 billion was attracted from abroad. About 65% of disbursed investments are in industrial and infrastructure projects.

Psearcher informs that from 2017 to 2021, the share of industry in the structure of Uzbekistan’s GDP increased from 25 to 33%, and the volume of industrial production increased by 1.3 times. During this period, more than 47 thousand large, medium and small projects were launched, more than 680 thousand permanent jobs were created.

“In general, Uzbekistan is a country with rich resources and human capital, a large dynamically developing market and high profitability. Taken together, all this, against the backdrop of institutional reforms, creates great opportunities for all foreign investors in the implementation of projects in Uzbekistan,” the article notes.

A separate article is devoted to the distinctive features of the regional policy of the President of Uzbekistan, the important role of our country in the transformation processes in Central Asia. It is noted that thanks to the initiatives of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the concrete actions of Uzbekistan to strengthen friendly, good-neighbourly and mutually beneficial relations with the countries of Central Asia, cooperation between the countries of the region in the field of politics, security, economy, transport and other areas has noticeably intensified.

High appreciation is given to the initiatives of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev within the framework of regional mechanisms and international structures. In this context, readers’ attention is also drawn to the resolution of the UN General Assembly "Strengthening regional and international cooperation to ensure peace, stability and sustainable development in the Central Asian region" adopted in 2018. As emphasized, the adoption of the resolution was the practical implementation of the initiative of the head of Uzbekistan, put forward during the 72nd session of the UN General Assembly in September 2017.

It is emphasized that the ongoing processes contributed to the formation of a new vision of Central Asia among external partners as an integral region, and not individual states. The attention to Central Asia is growing in the world, the interest of leading states and international financial institutions in supporting joint initiatives of the states of the region is growing. It is noted that in recent years effective agreements and agreements have been reached with Russia, China, South Korea, Japan, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and other states. New steps have been taken to strengthen the further development of pragmatic cooperation with the US and EU countries.

The magazine also reveals the priorities of Uzbekistan during the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in 2022.

It is emphasized that in recent years Uzbekistan has noticeably stepped up its participation in the activities of the SCO. “During its presidency, Uzbekistan is prioritizing the development of a Joint Action Plan for the development of SEO trade, the preparation and adoption of the SCO Industrial Cooperation Program, the adoption of the SCO Strategy for the development of transport connectivity, cooperation to reduce poverty and increase food security, intensify efforts to ensure peace and stability, creating an information security forum. The focus is also on tasks such as the development of "people’s diplomacy" and cooperation between the regions of the two countries, strengthening cooperation in the field of healthcare, intensifying dialogue and active participation of member countries and partners in the implementation of SCO projects of mutual interest.

A separate detailed article is devoted to the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the People’s Republic of China.

It is noted that over this short historical period, bilateral relations between our countries have acquired the character of a comprehensive strategic partnership based on the principles of friendship, trust and mutual support.

Particular attention is focused on the high dynamics of deepening multifaceted cooperation in recent years, achieved through active political dialogues at the highest level.

“The implementation of the agreements reached between President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping made it possible to maintain the high dynamics of cooperation between Uzbekistan and China in the areas of trade, economy and investment. Over the past years, China has held the first place in the foreign trade of Uzbekistan.

In general, over the past 30 years, mutual trade between Uzbekistan and China has increased 140 times, and in 2021 their volumes exceeded US$7.4 billion. Today, more than 20% of all Uzbek export products go to the Chinese market,” the Chinese magazine emphasizes.

Special attention was focused on the interaction between Uzbekistan and China in new areas, such as healthcare and the fight against poverty.

Mutual support has been noted since the first days of the pandemic outbreak. The launched joint production of the Uzbek-Chinese vaccine was an important result of fruitful cooperation.

Poverty reduction has become another topical area of practical cooperation. It is emphasized that the reduction of poverty and the growth of prosperity are one of the most important directions of the New Development Strategy of Uzbekistan. Among the priority tasks is the introduction of integrated approaches and new methods, including not only social protection, but also such areas as education, health care, vocational training, access to clean drinking water, energy resources and road infrastructure.

 “To this end, Uzbekistan intends to work closely with China in such areas as the development of rural industries, the modernization of the agricultural sector, and the strengthening of rural infrastructure,” the publication informs.

Other materials reflect the initiatives of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in the UN and SCO, the youth policy of Uzbekistan, the results of cooperation between Uzbekistan and China within the framework of the SCO, the prospects for cooperation between the two countries in the field of tourism and others.