Emomali Rahmon arrives in Uzbekistan

At the invitation of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, arrived in Uzbekistan on March 26 for a high-level state visit. The distinguished guest was personally welcomed by the Uzbek leader at the Tashkent–Humo international airport.

Photo: Presidential press service

The visit marks a significant political milestone in the bilateral relations between the two neighboring nations. During the official welcoming ceremony, the national flags of both countries were raised, and a guard of honor was lined up to greet the Tajik leader.

The visit features a packed schedule of diplomatic engagements aimed at deepening the partnership between Tashkent and Dushanbe. According to official reports, the heads of state will hold bilateral negotiations today to discuss a wide range of cooperation issues.

A centerpiece of the diplomatic itinerary is the first meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council. During these high-level talks, the parties are expected to focus on several strategic sectors, including:

Political dialogue and regional security.
Trade and economic expansion.
Transport and communication infrastructure.
Cultural, humanitarian, and interregional cooperation.

The discussions are expected to yield new agreements that will facilitate smoother transit, increased trade turnover, and stronger ties between the border regions of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.