The President of France, Emmanuel Macron, welcomed the Leader of Uzbekistan.
In honor of the distinguished guest, a guard of honor was lined up on the square, consisting of service members from the Republican Guard, the French Army, Navy, and Air Force.
A military orchestra performed the national anthems of both countries, and the guardsmen marched in formation before the President of Uzbekistan.
The leaders walked along the guard of honor and greeted members of the official delegations.
Following the ceremony, the President of Uzbekistan, escorted by the mounted guard and motorcycle officers, proceeded to the Élysée Palace, the residence of the President of France, where the main high-level bilateral talks are set to take place.
