Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- On 3 March, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held an informal meeting in the city of Shymkent.

Issues of further strengthening the Uzbek-Kazakh relations of strategic partnership and alliance, expanding mutually beneficial cooperation were discussed.

Particular attention was paid to the issues of accelerating cooperation projects in accordance with previously reached agreements at the highest level.

The heads of states listened to the reports of the Deputy Prime Ministers of the two countries, co-chairs of special working groups on the implementation of signed agreements and decisions.

The Presidents gave specific instructions to deepen practical cooperation in the fields of industry, energy, agriculture, transport and logistics.

The importance of intensifying cultural and humanitarian exchanges was emphasized.

Topical issues on the regional agenda and a schedule of upcoming events were also considered.

The meeting was held in a traditionally open, warm and friendly atmosphere.