AKIPRESS.COM - President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, held talks with the participation of official delegations of the two countries at the Amiri Diwan complex in Doha on October 2, UzA reported.

The sides considered issues of further strengthening the political dialogue, enhancing trade, economic, and investment cooperation, and intensifying cultural and humanitarian exchanges.

It was emphasized that the visit of the Amir of Qatar to Samarkand in June opened a new milestone in relations between the two countries. A commitment was outlined to bring Uzbekistan's interaction with Qatar to a higher level of strategic partnership.

The intensification of contacts at different levels was noted with satisfaction. The trade turnover is growing, and air traffic has been established between the two countries' capitals. The implementation of joint projects with large Qatari companies has begun.

The Embassy of Uzbekistan opened in Doha on the eve of the visit, which should give a powerful impetus to actively promoting a fruitful partnership.

The readiness for a multiple increase in trade indicators and the practical implementation of joint investment projects in traditional and green energy, petrochemicals, advanced metal processing, agriculture, construction, tourism, finance, and others were confirmed.

To intensify business ties, organizing the first meetings of the joint Intergovernmental Commission, Business Council, and business forum in Doha in January 2024 was proposed.

It was noted that Uzbekistan is interested in deepening cooperation with Qatari scientific and education institutions, conducting joint research in biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and green energy. An agreement was reached to hold the Culture and Tourism Week of Uzbekistan in Doha.

The heads of state instructed to prepare several joint action plans and create mechanisms to implement the agreements reached effectively.