German Finance Minister Olaf Scholz to Visit Uzbekistan
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to embark on a visit to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan from September 15 to 17. The highlight of his trip will be his participation in the “Central Asia-Germany” summit in the neighboring republic.
This visit marks Olaf Scholz’s first foray into Central Asia, with Steffen Hebestreit, the official representative of the German government, confirming the upcoming engagements. A key aspect of the trip will be the presence of a “large business delegation” accompanying the Chancellor, aimed at strengthening ties and fostering collaboration with the countries in the region.
During his visit, Olaf Scholz is scheduled to engage in bilateral discussions with the presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. Furthermore, on September 17, he will partake in the second “Central Asia-Germany” (5+1) summit, which is slated to take place in Kazakhstan.
The visit underscores Germany’s commitment to bolstering relationships with Central Asian nations and signifies a significant step towards enhancing mutual cooperation in various fields. Stay tuned for updates on the outcomes of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
