President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev began his visit to Germany with negotiations with Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
At the beginning of the meeting, the head of our state sincerely thanked the German Chancellor for the warm welcome.
It was emphasized that Uzbekistan sees Germany as a reliable and strategic partner, our countries are connected by deep historical roots.
A twofold increase in mutual trade and the number of joint projects was noted with satisfaction. The volume of German investments in the economy of Uzbekistan reached $5.5 billion, of which 4 billion were attracted over the past few years.
A high assessment was given to the joint business forum held during the visit, as a result of which agreements were reached on the implementation of new trade, investment and technological projects worth $9 billion.
We are talking about cooperation in the field of “green” energy, mining, chemical, pharmaceutical industries, modernization of transport infrastructure, digitalization of agriculture, innovation and other priority areas.
In order to support the projects of German companies in Uzbekistan, an agreement was reached on a full-scale partnership with KfW Bank, Deutsche Bank and the German Society for International Cooperation.
The readiness of the Government of Germany to further support Uzbekistan’s accession to the WTO and the soonest signing of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the European Union was expressed.
Olaf Scholz supported the new regional policy of Uzbekistan to create an atmosphere of friendship and mutual trust in Central Asia, deepening integration in the region.
An agreement was reached to launch a dialogue platform in the Germany-Central Asia format.
Issues of ensuring regional security were discussed, including in the context of the situation in Afghanistan.
The need to continue humanitarian projects was confirmed, including through the capabilities of the logistics hub and the Educational Center for Afghan youth in the city of Termez.
Particular attention is paid to the development of transport and logistics. The parties agreed to develop the Trans-Caspian Corridor, which will create an effective route connecting the region of Central Asia with Europe.
The rich cultural-humanitarian agenda was noted with satisfaction. The German side highly appreciated the unique exhibition of the cultural heritage of Uzbekistan that is opening these days in the city of Berlin.
In general, during the visit, 16 intergovernmental and interdepartmental documents were signed in the fields of economy, trade, finance, education, science and innovation.
Following the meeting, the head of our state invited the German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz to visit Uzbekistan.
