Regular meeting of the Uzbek-Tajik intergovernmental commission on the issues of delimitation and demarcation of the state border of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan was held in Fergana. It was attended by members of governments of the two countries, heads of relevant ministries, departments and leading economic structures.
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan Abdulla Aripov and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan Kohir Rasulzoda noted that friendship and cooperation between the Uzbek and Tajik people is reaching a new level.
Cooperation between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan is based on principles of friendship, mutual respect and trust. Special attention being paid to strengthening relations between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan serves the fundamental interests of our nations. All complex issues of bilateral cooperation are reviewed from the point of view of improvement.
Currently, volume of mutual trade turnover is increasing, cooperation is expanding in various sectors of the economy. Industrial exhibitions and business forums were organized for promoting long-term cooperation between leading enterprises and business circles of the two countries. Cooperation has been further strengthened in various spheres,including, in cultural-humanitarian.
At the meeting, held in an open and constructive spirit, heads of the delegations highly appreciated Uzbek-Tajik cooperation. It was noted that due to political will of the heads of the two states, contacts were intensified and meetings of intergovernmental commissions were held at the highest levels.
Draft documents on some areas of the Uzbek-Tajik state border were considered. It was noted that in the past short period of time, tangible success has been achieved in delimitation of the state border.
The sides discussed projects of bilateral documents, planned to be signed during the state visit of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Tajikistan, focused on the organizational issues of the high-level events.
Following the meeting, a joint protocol was signed.
The Embassy of Uzbekistan, together with the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, held a meeting with Uzbek students at Albukhary International University in Malaysia’s Kedah state, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
The event was attended by university officials and Uzbek citizens studying various disciplines on full scholarships.
The meeting focused on bringing together young Uzbeks living abroad, strengthening their sense of patriotism and familiarizing them with major reforms being carried out in Uzbekistan.
Ambassador Karomiddin Gadoyev congratulated the students on the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan’s state independence and briefed them on key points of the President’s address delivered at a ceremony marking the occasion.
Particular attention was given to national youth policy priorities, ongoing initiatives and the role of government institutions in supporting young people.
Participants were also briefed on the embassy’s work with the Uzbek community in Malaysia. The diplomatic mission identified bringing together the younger diaspora, addressing its concerns and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of Uzbek citizens as key priorities.
Zayniddin domla Eshonkulov, Deputy Chairman of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan and Chairman of the Waqf Public Charitable Foundation, delivered a presentation titled “Uzbekistan – A Country of Tolerance.”
He also outlined Uzbekistan’s state policy in the religious sphere and measures aimed at ensuring citizens’ freedom of conscience.
The meeting emphasized that creating conditions for the comprehensive development and education of young people, as well as protecting the legitimate rights and interests of Uzbek students abroad, remain among the priorities of state policy.
During an interactive discussion, participants considered measures to support Uzbek youth in Malaysia and plans to hold cultural and educational events involving young Uzbeks next year.
The students presented their ideas and proposals for further engagement with fellow citizens and expressed their readiness to actively contribute to Uzbekistan’s development and participate in the country’s public life.