Uzbekistan and EU Discuss Priorities for Further Cooperation

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 9 February, the 8th meeting of the Subcommittee on Cooperation between Uzbekistan and the European Union was held at the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade (MIFT).

The event was attended by representatives of relevant ministries and agencies of Uzbekistan, as well as a delegation from the European Union led by the EU Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Toivo Klaar, and Charlotte Adrian, Head of the Central Asia and Afghanistan Division at the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) of the European Commission.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state of bilateral cooperation and priority areas for further partnership. Particular attention was given to investment, trade and industrial development, digital transformation, energy, environmental protection, agriculture, education, civil society development, gender equality, and regional cooperation.

The importance of expanding practical cooperation, implementing innovative solutions, and strengthening long-term strategic partnership was emphasized. Participants noted the significance of joint work to support sustainable development, improve the quality of public services, and promote regional integration.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides confirmed their readiness to continue constructive dialogue and ensure effective implementation of the agreements reached, with the aim of further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation between Uzbekistan and the European Union.