On February 17, Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon received the Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, Abdulla Aripov. 

The Tajik president’s official website says the leaders discussed prospects for the development and expansion of Tajik-Uzbek relations, based on strategic partnership and allied cooperation.

Special attention was given to expanding cooperation in areas such as industry, energy, transport, agriculture, and other key sectors of mutual interest.

The positive trend in mutual trade and investment cooperation between the two countries was also highlighted.

President Rahmon emphasized the significant opportunities for further strengthening these processes and implementing new projects.

In addition, the meeting covered the important issue of cultural and humanitarian exchanges, with both sides expressing mutual interest in expanding cooperation in this field.

Emomali Rahmon noted the productive work of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, which had recently met in Dushanbe.

Both sides agreed to continue their constructive and trusting interstate dialogue.

The leaders also discussed preparations for upcoming high-level meetings and negotiations, including the organization of key interstate events scheduled for this year, according to the Tajik president’s official website.