The two countries’ national flags were hung on the square in front of the residence, and a guard of honor was lined up.

The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev warmly greeted the distinguished guest and invited him to the podium. The national anthems were played.

To the sound of a military band, the leaders walked around the guard of honor and introduced each other to members of the official delegations.

After joint photographing, negotiations began in a contracted format.