Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- On 5 April 2021, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Muhammad Javad Zarif, who arrived in Tashkent on a visit.

The parties discussed the state and prospects of bilateral relations in the political, trade and economic, transport and communication, investment, cultural, humanitarian and other fields.

The ministers noted with satisfaction the fruitful results of the recently held VI round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries and stressed the need to continue a constructive dialogue at all levels.

At the talks, special attention was paid to the interaction of the two countries within the framework of international and regional organizations.

The issues of implementation of interregional transport and logistics projects aimed at increasing the volume of mutual trade and enhancing trade and economic ties were discussed.

An exchange of views on Afghan problems also took place. The Iranian side highly appreciated the practical work carried out by Uzbekistan to fully support direct inter-Afghan negotiations and the socio-economic reconstruction of Afghanistan.

During the meeting, the Iranian side confirmed its interest in participating in the High-Level International Conference “Central and South Asia: Regional Interconnectedness. Challenges and Opportunities ”, which will be held this year in Tashkent.

Other issues of the general agenda were also considered at the event.