Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Emomali Rahmon discuss strengthening cooperation between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

The head of Uzbekistan noted with great satisfaction the huge progress in all areas of multifaceted cooperation, emphasizing that Tajikistan is a close neighbor, a true friend and time-tested reliable strategic partner. Mirziyoyev expressed readiness to further strengthen mutually beneficial and comprehensive cooperation between the countries.

In recent years, bilateral cooperation has noticeably intensified. Trade turnover increased almost 40 times, reaching $600 million. The number of joint ventures has increased 10 times. The successful results of the meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission and the business forum held on the eve of the visit, during which new agreements and contracts worth $1 billion were signed, were noted with satisfaction.

The parties reaffirmed the priority of economic partnership between the fraternal countries and noted the significant potential for a multiple increase in the volume and range of trade.

The heads of state noted the existence of great prospects in the implementation of projects in the field of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, textile, leather, pharmaceutical, food, agro-industrial, mining, metallurgical and other industries.

Following the meeting, a package of important documents was signed.