The Uzbek delegation held a series of comprehensive meetings with Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs Abdul Salam Hanafi, Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs Abdul Kebir and Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaki.
Both sides reiterated their commitment to fostering friendly cooperation. In its statement, the Uzbek delegation emphasized that it considers Afghanistan as an integral part of Central Asia and underlined the importance of dialogue with the current government of Afghanistan. President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev ⁇ 's attitude that international dialogue is vital for positive results in Afghanistan ⁇ was also struck among the words.
The meetings also touched upon the United Nations General Assembly resolution launched by Uzbekistan in 2022 recognizing Afghanistan's important role in linking Central Asia and South Asia. Uzbekistan's proactive approach to constructive dialogue with Afghanistan's interim government is an important step towards regional stability.
Key areas of cooperation such as trade, energy, mining, transportation, logistics, agriculture and water management were discussed in detail. The importance of fully utilising existing resources on a mutually beneficial basis is essential to achieving these goals.
In addition, bilateral investment protection and preferential trade agreements have been identified as critical drivers for the continued development of trade and economic cooperation. Other issues of mutual interest, such as sports, education and regional cooperation, were also discussed.
The visit ended with the signing of several agreements aimed at boosting cooperation between the two countries.
