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On November 11, a telephone conversation was held between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.

Topical issues of further development and strengthening of Uzbek-Russian relations of comprehensive strategic partnership and alliance in the context of practical implementation of high-level agreements, were discussed.

Special attention was paid to maintaining the dynamics of trade turnover growth, promoting cooperation in priority economic sectors, including joint projects in energy, expanding cooperation between regions, cultural and humanitarian exchange. 

The fruitful results of the second session of the Council of regions between Uzbekistan and Russia held in Moscow region on October 22 this year, were noted with satisfaction. 

The importance of fruitful organization of the upcoming regular session of the Uzbek-Russian intergovernmental commission and joint business-forum, was noted.

The sides also exchanged views on the topical issues of international and regional agenda, discussed the schedule of upcoming events.

   On November 7, 2025, a delegation from the College of Defence Management under the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of India, led by Lt Gen Harjeet Singh Sahi, visited the Diplomatic Academy under the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED).

   During the meeting, the Director of the Diplomatic Academy, A.Khaydarov highlighted the steady development of friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation between Uzbekistan and India. The guests were also briefed on the Academy’s structure, educational programs, and international cooperation, including joint initiatives with India’s MERI Group of Institutions, with which a book entitled “India-Uzbekistan perspectives on connectivity between South and Central Asia” was jointly released at the end of 2024. In addition, presentations were delivered on Uzbekistan’s renewed foreign policy strategy and current trends in cooperation in Central Asia.

   The discussion also covered issues related to the situation in Afghanistan, joint efforts to combat terrorism and extremism, the development of Uzbekistan’s transport and communications sectors, as well as the potential opportunities and prospects for further strengthening Uzbek–Indian relations.

On November 6, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, participated in the summit of Central Asia and the United States leaders in the “C5+1” format, held at the White House – the official residence of the President of the United States in Washington, D.C.

The event, chaired by the President of the United States Donald Trump, was also attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

The President of Uzbekistan expressed appreciation to the President of the United States for organizing the “C5+1” summit, which over the past 10 years since its establishment has become an effective mechanism for developing regional trade, transport and energy connections. It was emphasized that the current summit marks a new stage in the development of strategic dialogue between Central Asia and the United States.

To further expand cooperation within the “C5+1” framework, the Head of our state proposed a number of initiatives.

Primarily, it was suggested to establish a permanently functioning Secretariat, which would be hosted on a rotational basis among the participating countries.

The importance of creating a ministerial-level Coordinating council on investment and trade was highlighted to ensure a systematic dialogue between government institutions, companies and financial institutions. The launch of the “Central Asian Investment Partnership” Fund was also noted to be relevant.

The President of Uzbekistan also expressed readiness for active collaboration with the United States in implementing major transport, communication and energy projects connecting Central Asia with the South Caucasus and Europe.

It was proposed to establish a Special Committee to effectively coordinate efforts in the field of exploration, extraction, and deep processing of critical minerals, as well as the promotion of finished products in global supply chains.

In order to modernize agriculture in the region with the introduction of American technologies, the creation of a Regional partnership for agricultural technology innovation was initiated.

To strengthen humanitarian ties, the President of Uzbekistan advocated for the organization of a joint exhibition of the cultural heritage of Central Asian countries in leading American museums. 

The Head of our state proposed to hold the next summit in the city of Samarkand.

Other leaders also spoke at the event. 

Following the summit, a number of multilateral documents were adopted.

On November 6, as part of his working visit to Washington, D.C., President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held talks at the White House with President of the United States of America Donald Trump.

Issues of further strengthening Uzbek-American strategic partnership, enhancing political dialogue, and expanding trade, economic, investment and cultural-humanitarian cooperation were reviewed. Special attention was given to the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest level in New York in September this year

The President of our country left an entry in the White House Guest Book.

Then, in the Oval Office, the leaders held talks during which they discussed issues related to further strengthening Uzbek-American strategic partnership relations, enhancing political dialogue, and expanding trade, economic, investment, cultural, and humanitarian cooperation. 

Special attention was paid to the practical implementation of high-level agreements reached in New York in September this year.

A thorough exchange of views took place on current global and regional issues, including deepening cooperation between Central Asia and the United States within the “C5+1” format.

The President of Uzbekistan sincerely congratulated Donald Trump on his significant achievements in domestic and foreign policy. His personal contribution and efforts toward the peaceful resolution of pressing international and regional conflicts was especially emphasized.

Donald Trump welcomed the productive outcomes of the meetings and negotiations held earlier between the leader of Uzbekistan, U.S. government officials, and heads of major American companies and financial institutions.

The leaders emphasized the importance of establishing and improving institutional mechanisms to advance joint projects.

At the conclusion of the negotiations, the Head of our state invited the President of the United States to pay an official visit to Uzbekistan at a convenient time.

At the conclusion of the business program of his working visit to Washington, D.C., President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with representatives of leading American companies, investment funds, and financial institutions.

The event was attended by US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, Special Assistant to the U.S. President Ricky Gill, Special Envoy to the President Paolo Zampolli, Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden, as well as leaders of the American-Uzbek Chamber of Commerce and top managers of major corporations such as Traxys, FLSmidth, McKinsey, META, Google, Amazon, Boeing, Air Products, Axiom Space, Cove Capital, Freeport-McMoRan, Orion CMC, Cargill Cotton, John Deere, Honeywell, Valmont Industries, Flowserve Corporation, and many others.

At the beginning of the meeting, the leader of Uzbekistan noted that over the past eight years, trade turnover with the United States has grown fourfold, and more than 300 American companies are successfully operating in our country.

The President emphasized that the current level of cooperation is only the beginning of a new stage, opening up wide prospects for joint work. He noted that during the upcoming meeting with President of the United States Donald Trump, specific areas of economic interaction and new joint initiatives will be discussed.

In his address, the Head of State outlined the priority areas of strategic partnership between the two countries.

By 2030, Uzbekistan aims to establish a next-generation energy system with 18–20 gigawatts of renewable capacity, more than half of all electricity will be generated from solar and wind sources.

In this context, Uzbekistan and the United States will develop the extraction and deep processing of uranium, copper, tungsten, molybdenum, and graphite. It’s planned to build reliable supply chains and implement advanced American processing technologies.

In addition, a large-scale program is being implemented to modernize roads, railways, terminals, and airports. By 2030, more than $12 billion is planned to be invested in the development of transport infrastructure.

Digital cooperation with American companies Google, Meta and NVIDIA is expanding, including the implementation of Apple Pay and Google Pay, creation of a Digital Academy, and a network of startup hubs.

It was noted that the DFC Corporation and the U.S. Exim Bank will be involved in promoting and financially supporting such projects.

In conclusion, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed readiness to personally support investment initiatives of American companies, emphasizing that Uzbekistan remains a reliable partner and a guarantor of success for foreign investors.

Today in the framework of the working visit to Washington D.C. President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held negotiations with the United States Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick.

Issues related to further strengthening the strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and the United States, intensifying trade and investment cooperation, and implementing joint projects in various sectors of the economy were discussed.

The steady development of multifaceted Uzbek-American relations was noted with satisfaction. In recent years, trade turnover has grown fourfold and reached almost $1 billion. More than 300 American companies are successfully operating in Uzbekistan, and a number of major cooperation projects are being implemented in the fields of industry, agriculture, energy, and innovation.

Mutual interest in strengthening trade ties, creating effective mechanisms for interregional cooperation, and establishing a Coordination Council was emphasized.

Particular attention was paid to issues of cooperation in the agricultural sector. The first contracts have already been signed for the supply of soybeans and cotton from the United States, as well as for the introduction of advanced American drip irrigation technologies.

Following the negotiations, an agreement was reached to intensify practical cooperation by creating an investment platform to support joint projects.

On November 5 in the framework of the working visit to Washington D.C., President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received at his residence co-chair of the Central Asia Caucus in the U.S. Senate, Senator Steve Daines. 

Issues related to further strengthening Uzbek-American strategic partnership relations and expanding multifaceted cooperation were discussed.

The Head of our state highly appreciated interparliamentary cooperation, in particular the work of the Senate Caucus on Central Asia.

The unprecedented level of bilateral cooperation was noted with satisfaction. Mutual trade indicators are growing, and the number of successful cooperation projects with leading American companies is increasing. 

In recent months, agreements and contracts have been concluded for record amounts. During the current visit, the signing of new economic documents is planned. The importance of US Congress support for the practical implementation of these agreements was emphasized. 

Particular attention was paid to continuing active cooperation with the state of Montana, represented by Senator Steve Daines. An agreement was reached on organizing a business mission of the state to Uzbekistan.

An exchange of views took place on the topical international and regional issues presenting mutual interest.

On November 5 in the framework of the stay in Washington D.C., President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received at his residence members of the U.S. House of Representatives Bill Huizenga, Carol Miller and Sydney Kamlager-Dove.

Issues related to further strengthening the strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and the United States, as well as expanding practical cooperation between the parliaments of the two countries, were discussed.

The dynamic development of contacts between legislative bodies and the fruitful activities of the Caucus on Cooperation with Uzbekistan in the U.S. Congress were noted with satisfaction. Every year, with the assistance of the Caucus, Uzbekistan Days are held in the House of Representatives, contributing to the strengthening of Uzbek-American relations.

The importance of Congress's comprehensive assistance in the practical implementation of agreements at the highest level, primarily on the development of trade, economic, investment, cultural, and humanitarian ties, was emphasized.

Special attention was paid to expanding interregional ties and establishing practical cooperation with the states of West Virginia, Michigan, and California, which are represented by legislators.

Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to organize a visit of the U.S. Congress representatives to Uzbekistan, as well as mutual exchanges of business delegations led by regional leaders.

At the invitation of the President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, arrived in Washington, D.C. on November 4 for a working visit.

At Andrews Air Force Base, the Head of State was welcomed by U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, Chairperson of the American-Uzbek Chamber of Commerce Carolyn Lamm, and other officials.

The main events of the visit are scheduled for November 5–6. The President of Uzbekistan will hold talks with the President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, and take part in the C5+1 Summit of the Leaders of Central Asian countries and the United States.

The program of the visit also includes meetings with representatives of the U.S. Congress and Government, as well as separate talks with the heads of leading American companies and a roundtable with the business community.

Your excellency, madam chair!

Your excellency, mr secretary-general!

Honourable heads of state and governments!

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to my dear brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, for the warm hospitality and excellent organization of the World Summit.

I would also like to extend my special thanks to His Excellency Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, for his enormous personal contribution to hosting this event.

It is of great symbolic significance that this important summit on global social development is being held in Doha.

In recent years, the State of Qatar has become a global centre for social inclusivity and rapid development. I would like to sincerely congratulate the people of Qatar on these remarkable achievements.

It is noteworthy that the world community and national governments are currently collaborating to promote social well-being and enhance living standards.

Uzbekistan always supports all formats and initiatives of international cooperation towards sustainable development.

Ladies and gentlemen!

In recent years, we have been building a society in New Uzbekistan where the principle of “human dignity” is paramount, social justice is ensured, and the most vulnerable in our society are effectively protected.

Our firm stance on this path has been enshrined in our New Constitution, which has proclaimed our country a "social state".

Previously scattered social protection programmes have been brought together under a single structure — the National Agency for Social Protection.

Our new social protection model covers every household and family, starting from the mahalla, the grassroots level of society.

In recent years, we have reduced the poverty rate from 35 per cent to 6.6 per cent. These reforms will continue.

Esteemed participants!

In the current context of complex socio-economic processes worldwide, I would like to put forward the following proposals:

First. It is crucial to elevate international cooperation to a new level in the fight against poverty.

According to the United Nations, 1.1 billion people worldwide currently live in poverty.

We believe that the time has come to create a new financial architecture to combat poverty, which will attract resources to social programmes in developing countries.

To this end, we propose establishing a “global social justice fund” to provide practical assistance in reducing social inequality and alleviating poverty.

Second. It is crucial to implement new, modern mechanisms to effectively address employment issues.

According to a report by the International Labour Organization, the global unemployment rate was 5 percent in 2024.

The rapid integration of advanced technologies and artificial intelligence is causing the loss of millions of jobs worldwide.

In such circumstances, governments and businesses must prioritise supporting their employees as social partners.

In this regard, we hope you will support our proposal to develop a “global initiative for social responsibility and decent work”.

Third. Expanding educational opportunities for all is an effective solution to social problems.

Currently, the annual economic loss due to illiteracy is estimated at 1.4 trillion US dollars.

This creates obstacles for the younger generation to find their place in social life and the labour market, leading to a sharp increase in inequality.

We fully endorse the decisions made at yesterday's inaugural meeting of the Global Alliance to Combat Hunger and Poverty.

We propose holding one of its future summits in Uzbekistan, making education the main agenda item.

Fourth. There is an increasing need for systemic protection of labour migrants and their family members.

Currently, there are over 300 million migrants working in foreign countries worldwide.

Unfortunately, there are numerous instances of their rights being violated.

I propose holding an international forum on the social and legal protection of migrants and their families in Uzbekistan next year, in cooperation with international labour and migration organizations, and adopting a global programme.

Fifth. We all clearly feel the impact of climate change on social life.

Extreme weather, desertification and loss of biodiversity are having a negative impact on the lives of vulnerable groups, such as farmers, seasonal workers and residents of ecologically challenging regions.

It is crucial to implement comprehensive measures that align the fight against climate change with employment programmes.

In this regard, we intend to launch a new model of socio-economic development in the aral sea region, which has been declared a zone of environmental innovations and technologies by a United Nations resolution. We stand ready to share this experience with the international community.

Esteemed heads of delegations!

The decisions we make today will undoubtedly inspire confidence and hope in millions of people worldwide, contributing significantly to stability and prosperity.

Our primary duty is to renew social consensus for international development and to create a decent standard of living for everyone.

In this sense, we fully support the Doha Political Declaration being adopted today.

We stand ready to fully implement the enshrined principles.

This historic Declaration will undoubtedly strengthen our joint efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

At the end of my speech, I wish you all good luck and success, and the productive work of the World Summit.

Thank you for your attention.