A delegation from the Diplomatic Academy at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, led by its director A.Khaydarov, visited Qatar on February 16, 2026.
During the visit, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Diplomatic Academy at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy and the Diplomatic Institute under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar.

A delegation led by A.Khaydarov, Director of the Diplomatic Academy at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, visited the Republic of India from February 10-14, 2026.
The leadership of MERI Group of Institutions, one of India's top higher educational organizations, was consulted on February 11–12 about collaboration for the 2026–2027 school year. Following these discussions, the Diplomatic Academy and the MERI Group of
Institutions inked a bilateral cooperation agreement on February 12.

Under the agreement, provisions include the exchange of students and faculty, joint scientific research and academic projects, organization of joint seminars and conferences, and support for international educational programs and initiatives.
The implementation of the agreement will contribute to further strengthening cooperation between Uzbekistan and India in the field of education, particularly in the training of diplomatic personnel

On February 13-14, A.Khaydarov participated in an international conference on “BRICS: Partnership in a Multipolar World” organized by MERI Group of Institutions.

A delegation from the International Institute for Central Asia led by its director J.Vakhabov visited Afghanistan from February 7-10.

A.Khaydarov, Director of the Diplomatic Academy at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, was part of the group.

In addition to several bilateral talks with officials of pertinent Afghan organizations and research facilities, the visit included a meeting with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the country's acting minister of foreign affairs. Specifically, a roundtable discussion was held at the Afghanistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Center for Strategic Studies on February 9.

The topics of debate included trade and economic cooperation, humanitarian involvement, the expansion of transportation and logistics networks, and the improvement of institutional communication across analytical institutions.

Representatives from the Diplomatic Academy's participation in this visit will help to deepen Uzbekistan-Afghan scientific and analytical cooperation.

On February 5, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif held narrow-format talks and the first meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council in Islamabad.

At the beginning of the meeting, the Head of our state congratulated his Pakistani counterpart on the upcoming holy month of Ramadan and Pakistan Day.

Practical issues related to further expanding and strengthening Uzbek-Pakistani relations of strategic partnership and multifaceted cooperation were comprehensively reviewed in the context of implementing high-level agreements.

The high level of interaction achieved in recent years was noted with satisfaction. Political dialogue continues to strengthen, while inter-parliamentary and inter-departmental exchanges are developing dynamically.

By the end of last year, the volume of mutual trade had reached nearly 500 million US dollars. Around 230 enterprises with Pakistani capital are currently operating in Uzbekistan. The number of flights between the two countries has increased and interbank correspondent relations are being strengthened.

Cooperation projects in the textile, pharmaceutical, chemical industries, agriculture, and other sectors are being successfully implemented.

The parties welcomed the productive outcomes of the political consultations and the meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission held on the eve of the visit.

An exhibition of industrial products of Uzbekistan is taking place as part of the visit.

The need to hold the first meeting of the Coordination Committee of the foreign ministries of the two countries in Tashkent in the near future was noted.

To establish long-term partnerships between business communities, an agreement was reached to create an Uzbek-Pakistani Business Council.

A task was set to increase bilateral trade turnover to 2 billion US dollars in the near future. Decisions were taken to significantly expand the product range under the existing Preferential Trade Agreement, broaden the list of phytosanitary permits for Uzbek agricultural products, and actively utilize Uzbekistan’s trade houses in Lahore and Karachi.

As part of the preparations for the visit, a portfolio of projects worth nearly 3.5 billion US dollars has been formed in the fields of agriculture, electrical engineering, geology, pharmaceuticals, light and food industries, and other sectors.

Particular attention was paid to the development of transport and logistics connectivity. The importance of accelerating the implementation of the Trans-Afghan railway construction project, as well as promoting the "Pakistan – China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan" transport corridor, was emphasized.

Interregional cooperation was identified as one of the key drivers of economic cooperation development.

An agreement was reached to establish an Uzbek-Pakistani Forum of Regions, with the first meeting proposed to be held this year in the Khorezm region.

Issues related to the establishment of systematic cooperation in the field of pilgrimage tourism were discussed separately.  In order to further bring the peoples of the two countries closer, it was agreed to hold. Uzbekistan Culture Weeks and Uzbek Cinema Days in Pakistan this year.

The Head of our state also proposed the establishment of a joint cultural center in Lahore to promote the Baburid heritage.

During the talks, views were exchanged on topical issues of the international and regional agenda, and commitment to continuing close cooperation within multilateral structures was reaffirmed.

In conclusion, Shavkat Mirziyoyev invited Shehbaz Sharif to pay a return visit to Uzbekistan.

In accordance with the Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PQ-330 dated 23 July 2022, professional development courses were held at the Diplomatic Academy under UWED from 12 to 31 January 2026.

The courses were attended by faculty members of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies, and Tashkent University of Humanities (a total of 31 participants).

The training program included lectures and seminars on modern developments in international relations, international economics, and international law, as well as topics such as innovative pedagogical technologies, academic writing for internationally indexed journals, working with international grants, the use of artificial intelligence in education, HEMIS and Moodle systems, strategic thinking, and systems analysis.

In addition, a three-day specialized online course entitled “Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence in Diplomacy” was organized in cooperation with the Foreign Service Institute of the Ministry of External Affairs of India (SSIFS). The course covered key issues related to the application of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in contemporary diplomacy.

The sessions were delivered by faculty members of UWED and the Diplomatic Academy, relevant ministry specialists, and leading Indian scholars and experts. Certificates were awarded to participants who successfully completed the courses on 5 February 2026.

Following the fourth meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan signed a Joint Statement, as well as a Decision on cooperation mechanisms within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership.

Furthermore, a package of bilateral documents was signed, covering a wide range of areas of the multifaceted partnership, including:

– Intergovernmental agreements on cooperation in healthcare, education, and military medicine;

–  on economic and financial cooperation;

–  on cooperation in the mining industry;

– on cooperation for the development of international transport corridors;

– on cooperation in the field of special economic zones;

– on cooperation and information exchange in the areas of nuclear safety, physical protection, safeguards, and radiation protection;

– on cooperation in facilitating migration and the repatriation of citizens;

– on interaction between the Committee on Religious Affairs of Uzbekistan and the Presidency of Religious Affairs of Türkiye;

– A Cooperation Program between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs for 2026-2027;

– A Protocol between the Agency for the Development of Light Industry of Uzbekistan and the Council of Higher Education of Türkiye;

– A Cultural Cooperation Plan for 2026–2027.

The fourth meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council was held under the co-chairmanship of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

The parties emphasized the symbolic significance of the current meeting, which is taking place on the eve of the holy month of Ramadan and the 30th anniversary of the Treaty on Eternal Friendship and Cooperation between the two countries.

The dynamic development of political dialogue and the closeness of positions on international issues were noted with satisfaction.

An agreement was reached to continue mutual support within the framework of the United Nations, the Organization of Turkic States, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Economic Cooperation Organization, and other structures.

Inter-parliamentary ties have intensified, including through friendship groups.

Mutual trade volumes, as well as the number of joint ventures and projects with leading Turkish companies, continue to grow steadily.

A goal was set to increase the trade turnover to $5 billion in the coming years, including through expanding the list of goods covered by the Preferential Trade Agreement.

As part of the preparations for the visit, new priority areas for industrial cooperation were identified, to be implemented under a separate program.

The significant potential for interregional cooperation was also noted. By the end of the year, delegations from all regions of Uzbekistan are expected to visit Türkiye to develop a portfolio of projects with partner regions.

The demand for implementing advanced Turkish experience in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, healthcare, and medical tourism was emphasized.

Particular attention was paid to developing cooperation in tourism, holding theater festivals and culture weeks, the joint production of historical films, and the restoration of cultural heritage sites.

To deepen cooperation in education, it was agreed to hold the fourth Rectors' Forum in the city of Bukhara this spring.

Reports from the co-chairs of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on promising areas of multifaceted partnership were also heard.

Following the meeting, the governments were instructed to approve a roadmap for implementing the decisions reached.

In conclusion, Shavkat Mirziyoyev invited Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to visit Uzbekistan.

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev departed for Türkiye on an official visit at the invitation of President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

In Ankara, the leaders of Uzbekistan and Türkiye will hold the fourth meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council.

The visit agenda also includes participation in a series of humanitarian events.

On January 22, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the signing ceremony of the Board of Peace charter in the Swiss city of Davos.

The event, chaired by the President of the United States Donald Trump, was also attended by heads of state, prime ministers, and foreign ministers from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Argentina, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Morocco, Mongolia, Paraguay, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other countries.

The establishment of the Board of Peace aligns with Uzbekistan's foreign policy priorities, aimed at supporting peace initiatives and multilateral cooperation. The new body is being formed as part of the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip, which was supported by a UN Security Council resolution.

The Board of Peace is designed to reduce the risks of escalation and create a favorable environment for the economic and social recovery of the Gaza Strip. An opportunity is created to build a New Gaza with a prosperous economy, a peaceful life, with a prospect of establishing a Palestinian state.

The Board includes respected and influential leaders from around the world.

By signing the Charter, Uzbekistan became one of the founding states of the Board of Peace. This signifies our country's readiness to consistently participate in the Board's work and make a practical contribution to the implementation of its mandate in close cooperation with all founding states and international partners.

On January 22, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the signing ceremony of the Board of Peace charter in the Swiss city of Davos.

The event, chaired by the President of the United States Donald Trump, was also attended by heads of state, prime ministers, and foreign ministers from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Argentina, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Morocco, Mongolia, Paraguay, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other countries.

The establishment of the Board of Peace aligns with Uzbekistan's foreign policy priorities, aimed at supporting peace initiatives and multilateral cooperation. The new body is being formed as part of the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip, which was supported by a UN Security Council resolution.

The Board of Peace is designed to reduce the risks of escalation and create a favorable environment for the economic and social recovery of the Gaza Strip. An opportunity is created to build a New Gaza with a prosperous economy, a peaceful life, with a prospect of establishing a Palestinian state.

The Board includes respected and influential leaders from around the world.

By signing the Charter, Uzbekistan became one of the founding states of the Board of Peace. This signifies our country's readiness to consistently participate in the Board's work and make a practical contribution to the implementation of its mandate in close cooperation with all founding states and international partners.

Jahon iqtisodiyoti va diplomatiya universitetida Oʻzbekiston Respublikasining xorijdagi diplomatik va konsullik vakolatxonalari rahbarlari uchun tashkil etilgan ikki kunlik oʻquv seminari boʻlib oʻtdi. Seminar 19-20 yanvar kunlari boʻlib oʻtdi va diplomatik korpusning professional malakasini oshirishga, shuningdek, zamonaviy tashqi siyosat, xalqaro munosabatlar va parlament diplomatiyasining dolzarb masalalarini muhokama qilishga qaratilgan edi.

Seminarning birinchi kunida Favqulodda va Muxtor Elchi, Siyosiy fanlar doktori, professor A.Fayzullayev “Zamonaviy diplomatik muzokaralar” mavzusida maʼruza qildi va zamonaviy xalqaro tizimning oʻzgarishi sharoitida diplomatik muzokaralarni olib borishning asosiy yondashuvlari va amaliy jihatlarini yoritib berdi.

Keyin, iqtisodiyot fanlari doktori, professor N.Sirojiddinov “O‘zbekiston zamonaviy global va mintaqaviy integratsiya jarayonlarida” ma’ruzasini taqdim etdi, unda iqtisodiy diplomatiya va mamlakatning xalqaro integratsiya formatlaridagi ishtirokiga alohida e’tibor qaratildi.

Seminarning ikkinchi kunida dastur tashqi siyosatning analitik va strategik masalalariga bag'ishlandi. JIDU Siyosatshunoslik kafedrasi dotsenti R.Maxmudov “Zamonaviy xalqaro munosabatlarni strategik tahlil qilish metodologiyasi” mavzusida ma'ruza qildi, unda strategik fikrlash va xalqaro jarayonlarni prognozlash vositalari ko'rib chiqildi.

“El-yurt umidi” jamg‘armasi ijrochi direktori, professor G.Ismoilova Jamg‘armaning xalqaro hamkorligi istiqbollari haqida taqdimot qildi, uning yuqori malakali kadrlar tayyorlash va inson kapitalini rivojlantirishdagi rolini ta’kidladi.

Dasturda Oʻzbekiston Respublikasi Oliy Majlisi Senati Raisining birinchi oʻrinbosari, JIDU rektori S.Safoyevning nutqlari alohida oʻrin tutdi. U oʻz nutqida Oʻzbekiston Respublikasi Prezidenti Shavkat Mirziyoyevning Oliy Majlis va Oʻzbekiston xalqiga Murojaatnomasi, shuningdek, mamlakat tashqi siyosatining ustuvor yoʻnalishlari haqida batafsil toʻxtalib oʻtdi. Zamonaviy xalqaro munosabatlarda parlament diplomatiyasining roli va xususiyatlariga alohida maʼruza bagʻishlandi.

Ushbu seminar professional fikr almashish, diplomatik korpusning tahliliy ko'nikmalarini mustahkamlash va O'zbekiston Respublikasining tashqi siyosat ustuvorliklarini amalga oshirishga umumiy yondashuvlarni ishlab chiqish uchun muhim platformaga aylandi.

On January 19 in the city of Tashkent, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Italy Giorgia Meloni, who made a stopover in the capital of our country.

Practical aspects of further strengthening the Uzbek-Italian strategic partnership and expanding multifaceted cooperation were reviewed.

The consistent implementation of agreements reached at the highest level in the city of Samarkand in May 2025 was noted with satisfaction.

Active contacts at various levels are continuing. Bilateral trade turnover and the number of joint ventures grow steadily. Interregional exchanges, including with Lombardy, are expanding. Quotas have been allocated for the organized labor migration of Uzbek citizens.

Large-scale industrial cooperation projects are being implemented in partnership with companies such as Finopera, ANCI, Pietro Fiorentini, Danieli, and others. At the end of last year, a branch of Tuscia University was opened in Samarkand.

This year, meetings of the strategic dialogue between the foreign ministries and the intergovernmental commission, as well as the second Forum of Rectors, are scheduled to be held.

Priority attention was given to promoting joint projects in the textile industry, geology, energy, chemicals, construction materials, financial market, and other priority sectors.

An agreement was reached to hold cross-cultural Days of Uzbek and Italian Cinema. Plans were supported for Uzbekistan's participation in the next Venice Biennale and for holding exhibitions of applied arts and artifacts in Milan this year.

There was also an exchange of views on the international and regional agenda.

At the conclusion of the meeting, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev invited Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni to pay a separate visit to Uzbekistan.