Uzbek, Azerbaijani Presidents noted key areas of cooperation
21/06/2022 23:15
Uzbek, Azerbaijani Presidents noted key areas of cooperation
21/06/2022 23:15
Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- The Presidents of Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan held a briefing for media representatives following the talks.
The head of our state, sincerely welcoming the Azerbaijani delegation, stressed that the glorious history of relations between the two peoples has created a solid foundation for the development of multifaceted cooperation in our days.
- We have common spiritual values, religion, similar culture and language, - said Shavkat Mirziyoyev. - In the scientific works of Ahmad Fergani and Abu Rayhan Beruni, many cities of Azerbaijan are mentioned, where the mutual influence of eastern and western civilizations took place. And in
The funds of the Institute of Oriental Studies carefully store dozens of unique manuscripts of Azerbaijani poets and thinkers, such as Nizami, Khagani, Tusi, Fizuli, Khatai and others.
This is another evidence that the Uzbek people have been treating Azerbaijani culture with great respect and interest for centuries, the leader of Uzbekistan stressed.
- At meetings in a narrow and expanded format, we discussed in detail the issues on the bilateral agenda. The talks once again demonstrated that we are ready to further strengthen cooperation in every possible way in the interests of our peoples. A solid package of documents has just been signed. Among them is the Declaration on deepening strategic partnership and building up comprehensive cooperation, which opens a new stage in bilateral relations. We have also identified key areas of cooperation, said Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
It was noted that the most important priority in cooperation is to increase trade and industrial cooperation. In recent years, trade has grown significantly. The number of joint ventures and projects has quadrupled.
The parties are sure for a cardinal revitalization interaction, there are ample opportunities, primarily the factor of complementarity of economies.
An example of this is the launch of a joint production of cars in Hajigabul, the expansion of cooperation in the field of sericulture. Dozens of new projects are being worked out in the mining industry, petrochemistry, pharmaceuticals, the production of building materials, finished textiles, food products, jewelry, and winemaking.
Another strategic direction is the development of transport communications. Today, the volume of cargo transportation is increasing, including by the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway. The parties agreed to develop new corridors, increase multimodal transportation, and create favorable conditions for transport enterprises.
Against the backdrop of growing climate challenges and food security issues, special attention was paid to the issues of further development of cooperation in the field of agriculture at the talks. It was decided to actively share scientific and innovative developments, establish cooperation on the digitalization of the agricultural sector, and implement investment projects.
Particular attention at the talks was paid to the activation of interregional ties. Their deepening will be the holding of the first Forum of Regions in Tashkent this autumn.
And in the cultural and humanitarian sphere, our countries and peoples have a lot in common since ancient times. As a result of the negotiations, a decision was made to hold mutual Days of Culture and Cinema, and to actively develop humanitarian and tourist exchange programs.
- The results of the historic state visit of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan are truly breakthrough. Today we have formed all the conditions for further strengthening the friendship of the two fraternal peoples and deepening the strategic partnership of our countries, the President of Uzbekistan emphasized.
President Ilham Aliyev, expressing gratitude for the invitation, noted that he rejoices at the success of Uzbekistan.
- I am very pleased to be on the land of fraternal Uzbekistan, to have the opportunity to discuss with you a wide range of bilateral relations and important issues on the foreign policy agenda, - said Ilham Aliyev. - I think this is actually a breakthrough visit. Because both in essence, and in form, and in content of the topics discussed, according to the decisions we have reached, this visit and agreements will be the basis for the future development of our relations.
The signed documents and the fulfillment of today's tasks will lead to the fact that relations between our countries will become even stronger, the Azerbaijani leader said.
- Today we talked about economic cooperation, contacts between business structures, security and defense issues, strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties. That is, in a broad sense, the foundation is being laid for our active interaction, the President of Azerbaijan said.
- Today we talked about economic cooperation, contacts between business structures, security and defense issues, strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties. That is, in a broad sense, the foundation is being laid for our active interaction, the President of Azerbaijan said.
The heads of state noted the constructive nature of the dialogue and the importance of mutual support within the framework of international structures.
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