Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Tajik Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, who arrived to attend a meeting of foreign ministers in the C5+1 format.
The sides discussed further strengthening allied relations, expanding trade and freight transport, and implementing joint projects.
At the beginning of the meeting, Muhriddin conveyed greetings and best wishes to Mirziyoyev from Tajik President Emomali Rahmon.
The participants reviewed ways to deepen friendship, good-neighbourly ties and allied relations between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, with particular attention to implementing agreements reached at the highest level.
The sides noted positive momentum in cooperation across various areas.
Bilateral trade and freight volumes are increasing, while joint projects in energy, industry, agriculture and water management are being actively implemented.
They also emphasised the importance of expanding cultural and humanitarian ties, educational exchanges and tourism.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Mirziyoyev and Muhriddin exchanged views on current issues on the regional agenda.