Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov confirmed the holding of an international summit in Samarkand with the participation of Central Asian countries and member states of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Persian Gulf (GCC). It is expected that the event will become an important stage in the development of political dialogue and economic partnership between the regions.
The summit's agenda includes issues of sustainable development, strengthening mutual investment, expanding trade and economic cooperation, as well as ensuring regional and trans-regional security. Special attention will be paid to joint infrastructure and energy projects, as well as climate initiatives that are relevant for both sides.
The holding of the forum in Samarkand highlights the growing role of Uzbekistan as a center of diplomatic activity and a reliable partner in international affairs. The summit will also serve as an important platform for exchanging strategic initiatives, strengthening humanitarian ties, and expanding cooperation in education, tourism, and high technologies.
It is expected that the results of the meeting will give a new impetus to the processes of regional integration and allow building closer and longer-term relations between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf countries. Uzbekistan, hosting such a representative event on its territory, strengthens its own positions in the Middle East direction of foreign policy and demonstrates its readiness to play an active role in ensuring sustainable development at the interregional level.