Leaders of Uzbekistan and Russia discussed issues of further expansion of trade and economic cooperation

On July 8, a telephone conversation took place between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, the press service of the head of our state reports.

They discussed current issues of further development and strengthening of Uzbek-Russian relations of comprehensive strategic partnership and alliance. Particular attention was paid to the practical implementation of agreements at the highest level, primarily in the trade and economic sphere.

The importance of continuing coordinated work and practical interdepartmental interaction in order to increase trade turnover indicators, promote industrial cooperation projects in priority sectors of the economy, expand productive contacts at the regional level, and intensive cultural, humanitarian and educational exchange was noted.

In this context, the need for careful preparation and ensuring the effectiveness of the second meeting of the Council of Regions of Uzbekistan and Russia planned for the fall of this year was emphasized.

The leaders of the two states also exchanged views on the international agenda and reviewed the schedule of upcoming events.