The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, received a delegation from the United Arab Emirates led by Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail Al Mazrouei.

At the beginning of the meeting, the minister conveyed sincere greetings and best wishes to the President of Uzbekistan from the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed Al Nahyan, the Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Al Maktoum, and Vice President Sheikh Mansour Al Nahyan.

The sides discussed further expansion of practical cooperation in priority areas based on the adopted “roadmap.”

Particular satisfaction was expressed regarding the historic outcomes of the President of Uzbekistan’s visit to the UAE in January this year, during which the multifaceted relations between the two countries were elevated to the level of strategic partnership.

The volume of mutual trade, the number of joint ventures, and direct flights continue to grow steadily. The project portfolio involving leading Emirati companies amounts to around $20 billion.

Special attention was given to advancing cooperation projects in green energy, the electrical industry, agriculture, and the modernization of water management, utilities, and transport infrastructure in the regions of Uzbekistan.

Preparations for upcoming high-level events were also discussed.