In the framework of the visit’s program, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with the National Leader of the Turkmen people, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov.

The Head of State sincerely congratulated Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with organizing the International Forum “Interrelation of Times and Civilizations – Basis of Peace and Development" dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Fragi at the highest level. 

During the conversation special attention was paid to the issues of further expansion of Uzbek-Turkmen strategic partnership, deepening multifaceted cooperation primarily in political, interparliamentary, trade and economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. Dynamic growth of bilateral trade, joint work for launching cross-border trade zone, strengthening cooperation in the fields of energy, transport, agriculture and water management were noted with satisfaction. Events in the framework of active interregional, business, culture and humanitarian exchanges are held regularly. Leaders of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan also reviewed current issues on the regional and international agenda. A schedule of upcoming contacts at the highest level was discussed.  The Head of our State presented the National Leader of the Turkmen people with a collection of selected works by Magtymguly published in Uzbek language.

On October 8, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in a regular meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

The summit, chaired by President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, was attended by President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kasym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, as well as CIS Secretary General Sergey Lebedev.

According to the agenda, an exchange of views on current state and prospects for developing multifaceted relations took place, and relevant issues of practical cooperation within the CIS were discussed. In his speech, the Head of our State highly assessed the results of Russia's chairmanship in the Commonwealth, during which multilateral cooperation developed in all areas. Particular attention was paid to the current situation related to ensuring security and sustainable development of the CIS countries. The importance of establishing systemic interaction between special services and competent agencies of the CIS countries, improving methods of combating modern challenges, taking coordinated measures in ensuring cybersecurity, as well as adopting program documents, was noted.

Strengthening joint work in the economic area of cooperation was identified as a priority. Since the beginning of the year, Uzbekistan’s trade turnover with the CIS countries has increased by 16 percent. There are numerous examples of successful industrial cooperation. The need to intensify the activities of CIS industry councils and committees was pointed out. It was proposed to hold a meeting of the CIS Economic Council and the Innovative Development Forum in spring next year within the framework of the International Industrial Exhibition "Innoprom" in Tashkent. The importance of supporting new priorities of long-term partnership was emphasized considering the results of the recent Tashkent Conference of Leading Analytical Centers of the CIS Countries. In particular, this concerns the development of Internet technologies and the "big data" industry, accelerated implementation of digital solutions, creative economy, green energy and nuclear technologies, climate challenges and others.

In this context, it was proposed to organize regular meetings of experts and analysts from the CIS countries and hold the next conference in the city of Samarkand, devoting it to the development of artificial intelligence. In order to expand humanitarian exchanges, it was proposed to hold Days of Culture of the Commonwealth states. Along with this, the need to prepare an annual program of joint events in the fields of healthcare, education, art, cinema, tourism and sports was emphasized. The implementation of projects within the framework of declaring Samarkand and Tashkent the cultural and youth capitals of the Commonwealth, respectively, was noted with satisfaction. Additionally, Uzbekistan will host open CIS chess and football cups among youth teams.

In conclusion, the President of Uzbekistan congratulated the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon on assuming the chairmanship of the Organization in 2025. As a result of the summit, a number of agreements and decisions were adopted on priority areas of interaction within the CIS.

From September 16 to September 28, 2024, at the Diplomatic academy at the UWED for employees of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan was organized a short-term advanced training and retraining course on the theme: “Conceptual basics of updated foreign policy of Republic of Uzbekistan, “Soft power” in modern diplomacy, diplomatic protocol and etiquette”.

Leading experts from the Republic and UWED were invited to the diplomatic retraining process.

On September 28, 2024, all attendees, who successfully completed the course were awarded certificates of completion of short-term courses of the Diplomatic Academy at the UWED, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

On the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, a meeting was held between Bakhtiyor Saidov and Sergey Lavrov.

During the meeting, the foreign ministers of the two countries discussed current issues of strategic partnership, as well as preparations for upcoming high-level and top-level events.

It is noted that the agenda of bilateral cooperation remains extensive and covers all areas.

"The importance of adherence to the principle of non-interference in each other's internal affairs for strengthening mutual trust was noted. We agreed to continue our ongoing dialogue in the spirit of alliance," B. Saidov emphasized.

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the second Central Asia – Germany summit held in Astana on September 17, 2024.

The event, which was chaired by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was also attended by Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

Issues of further deepening of multifaceted cooperation between the Central Asian countries and Germany were discussed. Special attention was paid to the development of partnership in the areas of investment and technology, critical raw materials, green energy, transport and logistics links, combating climate change, as well as the implementation of educational and cultural programs.

In his speech, the President of Uzbekistan highly appreciated Germany's firm and unwavering support for the ongoing democratic transformations and socio-economic reforms in the countries of Central Asia, partnership and integration in the region.

It was also pointed out that it is necessary to continue close cooperation with Germany on combating terrorism, extremism and cybercrime, and preventing the radicalization of young people.

Following the talks held in the city of Samarkand , President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz adopted a Joint Declaration.

During the official visit, 8 bilateral documents were signed, in particular:

– intergovernmental Agreement on a comprehensive partnership in the field of migration and mobility;

– intergovernmental Declaration on cooperation in the field of veterinary medicine and animal husbandry;

– intergovernmental Declaration on cooperation in the field of sustainable use of water resources within the framework of the Green Central Asia initiative;

– Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Field of Critical Minerals;

– Agreement on cooperation in the field of transport;

– Memorandum of cooperation on climate change within the framework of the Paris Agreement.

In addition, the Program for Technological Partnership and Industrial Cooperation for 2024–2026 was adopted, and a package of agreements and contracts was concluded at the level of leading enterprises of Uzbekistan and Germany.

With the theme "If we stand together - we are a single people; if we unite - we are a strong country!" a spiritual-educational lesson honoring Uzbekistan's 33^rd anniversary of Independence was held on September 8, 2024, at the Diplomatic Academy at the UWED for postgraduates of the academic year 2024–2025.

Information on Uzbekistan's recent rapid development and its history of independence were covered in the class, including the bravery of our forefathers, who battled for our country's freedom and prosperity.

The achievement of the current prospects and progress was also mentioned. In particular, after 2016, when our nation entered a new stage of development under the leadership of President Sh. M. Mirziyoev, it was emphasized that radical reforms were being carried out in all spheres and sectors and that processes of democratic renewal were underway.

It was observed that freedom is the sole foundation upon which the past era can construct a free and happy living as well as a bright future. It was mentioned how our great-grandfathers fought for the freedom and tranquility of the Motherland.

It's also claimed that the names of repression victims and progressive Jadids who lost their lives for our independence would serve as the cornerstone for the creation of a new, independent Uzbekistan, owing to the restoration of historical justice and truth.

Postgraduate students of the Academy asked questions about the processes of Uzbekistan's diplomatic development, and answers were provided in the areas of our nation's political, economic and social development as well as pertinent slides were also displayed.

On August 27, 2024, an international conference was held at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy on the topic "Afghanistan under the Taliban: How Do Neighbors and Powers Respond to Them?". The conference was opened by the First Deputy Chairman of the Senate Oliy Majlis, Rector of UWED Sodyq Safoev.

Experts from Central Asia, Germany, China, India and Russia, representatives of the Diplomatic Academy and professors of the UWED took part in the conference. The political, economic and social stability of Afghanistan was discussed in detail at the conference.

During the discussion experts exchanged opinions on the issues of cooperation in political, diplomatic, trade and economic relations between the interim government of Afghanistan and the main subjects of regional and global politics. Experts paid special attention to the new trends, problems and development prospects of regional security system.

On August 13 of this year, the Diplomatic Academy at the UWED held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Republic of Uzbekistan A. Faruk.

At the meeting discussed the exchange of experience and knowledge in the field of training diplomatic personnel, mutually beneficial cooperation between the diplomatic academies of the two countries. The conversation was sincere and friendly.

On August 9 of this year, a working meeting was held at the Diplomatic Academy at the UWED with the Director of the «India-Central Asia Foundation» (ICAF) Dr. R. Dwivedi and members of his delegation.

During the conversation, issues of cooperation in educational and academic fields between the ICAF and the Diplomatic Academy at the UWED were discussed. Among other things, the release of a book entitled “India-Uzbekistan Perspectives on Connectivity Between South and Central Asia”, which is planned to be published in Uzbek, English and Russian in accordance with previously reached agreements, was discussed. The conversation was held in a friendly and constructive atmosphere.

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