The soldiers of the Republican Guard of France lined up on the square in honor of the distinguished guest. A military orchestra performed the national anthems of the two countries. The ceremony concluded with a solemn march of the Guard of Honor.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Economic Attractiveness and French Nationals Abroad Olivier Becht bypassed the Guard of Honor and greeted the members of official delegations.
After the ceremony, the Uzbekistan delegation left for the Elysee Palace, the residence of the President of France, where top-level bilateral talks will take place.
