President Mirziyoyev meets with Chinese delegation to enhance bilateral cooperation
President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, recently held a meeting with a delegation from the People’s Republic of China, led by Liu Jianchao, the head of the International Relations Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The meeting, which took place on April 1, focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
During the meeting, the Chinese representative conveyed greetings and best wishes from Chinese President Xi Jinping to President Mirziyoyev. The discussions revolved around the prospects of expanding cooperation in line with agreements previously reached at the highest level. The relationship between Uzbekistan and China has evolved into an all-weather, comprehensive strategic partnership in recent years, with a strong focus on trade, investment, and joint projects in key sectors of the economy.
One of the key highlights of the meeting was the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway construction project, which both sides viewed as a significant step towards enhancing connectivity between the countries. The development of interregional ties and cultural exchanges were also commended, with plans for Regional and Educational Forums scheduled for the year.
Among the priority areas for cooperation discussed were interparliamentary and interparty relations, focusing on sharing experiences in poverty reduction, anti-corruption efforts, digitalization, and industrialization. Education cooperation was also on the agenda, with talks about the potential establishment of branches of leading Chinese universities in Uzbekistan.
Overall, the meeting between President Mirziyoyev and the Chinese delegation reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to further deepen their cooperation and foster stronger ties across various sectors. This collaboration is expected to continue to strengthen the friendship and partnership between Uzbekistan and China in the years to come.
