Uzbekistan and EU set to sign a new Enhanced Partnership Agreement

During the meeting, the parties discussed pressing issues regarding the further development of multifaceted Uzbek-European relations. The EU representative conveyed greetings and best wishes to the head of state on behalf of the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the President of the European Council, António Costa.

The growing dynamics of bilateral cooperation in recent years were highlighted, particularly in political, trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres. It was emphasized that there are significant opportunities and potential for the consistent expansion of these ties.

The swift signing of a new Agreement on Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation between Uzbekistan and the EU will further contribute to these efforts.

Both sides expressed mutual interest in advancing joint projects and programs in transport and logistics, energy, digitalization, agriculture, water management, and other priority areas.

Special attention was given to establishing mutually beneficial cooperation in the processing of critical mineral resources. The meeting also covered organizational aspects of the upcoming first Central Asia – EU Summit and the Climate Forum, scheduled for early April in Samarkand.

Additionally, the parties exchanged views on regional cooperation in Central Asia.