Mirziyoyev received Azimov during his working visit to Turkey.
The talks focused on the new secretary-general’s priorities, Uzbekistan’s broad cooperation with the organization and prospects for further expanding ties.
Azimov was appointed secretary-general at the OTS summit in Ankara on October 30. He is the first representative of Uzbekistan to hold the position.
Before his appointment, Azimov served as deputy foreign minister of Uzbekistan and deputy secretary-general of the OTS.
The two sides paid particular attention to preparations for the organization's 2027 summit in Uzbekistan, discussing arrangements to ensure the event is held to a high standard and to develop a substantive agenda.
At the end of the meeting, Mirziyoyev congratulated Azimov on his appointment and wished him success in his new role.
