Particular attention was paid to the issues of further development of political dialogue, cultural and humanitarian exchanges, and building up trade, economic, and investment interaction.
The Amir of Qatar expressed his sincere gratitude to the President of Uzbekistan for the invitation and the warm and cordial welcome extended to the Qatari delegation.
It was emphasized that the first high-level visit in the history of diplomatic relations would open a new stage in bilateral cooperation and allow it to be brought to the level of a comprehensive partnership.
“We consider Qatar our promising partner not only in the Middle East region, but also in the Arab-Muslim world. Thanks to our contacts with you in recent years, there has been a real breakthrough in bilateral relations”, the President of Uzbekistan noted.
It was noted that the opening of the Embassy of Qatar in Tashkent this year was influential in promoting bilateral interaction.
The Qatari side expressed confidence that the opening of the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Doha will give a powerful impetus to this process.
The readiness for a multiple increase in the indicators of bilateral trade and the practical implementation of joint investment projects and trade contracts were confirmed.
An agreement was reached on the participation of leading Qatari companies in implementing large investment projects in the energy, gas, chemical industry, agriculture, infrastructure, logistics, tourism, and other sectors worth over $12 billion.
To support promising projects, it was proposed to hold Uzbekistan – Qatar Investment Forum in September this year and consider creating mechanisms for financing joint projects.
The heads of state stressed the importance of forming the shortest, most reliable, and safe transport and logistics corridors connecting Central Asia with the countries of the Gulf.
Readiness was expressed for all-round support of efforts to enhance cultural, educational, and tourist exchanges, including holding joint weeks of culture, concerts, expositions, handicraft, and culinary exhibitions. It was noted that the planned launch of regular flights between the two countries’ capitals would contribute to the growth of business contacts and increase the mutual tourist flow.
Views were exchanged on the current issues of the global and regional agenda. The parties spoke in favor of building a pragmatic policy toward Afghanistan. The importance of supporting the country’s economy and providing humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people was emphasized.
In this context, the prospects for joint promotion of implementing the strategic project to create the Trans-Afghan Railway Corridor were considered.
In conclusion, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani invited the President of Uzbekistan to visit Qatar.
The talks were held in a constructive, open, and trusting atmosphere.
