During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and prospects of relations between Uzbekistan and the United Kingdom on the peaceful settlement of the Afghan crisis, as well as the speedy provision of humanitarian assistance to the country.

The high-ranking diplomat stressed the significant role of Uzbekistan in establishing long-term and sustainable peace in Afghanistan, including economic assistance to this country.

In particular, the British side noted the importance and timeliness of Uzbekistan's initiative to create a multifunctional transport and logistics hub in Termez under the auspices of the UN to deliver humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.

There was also an exchange of views on the current situation in Afghanistan, the development of a consolidated position of the international community, both with regard to the new authorities of the country and the prevention of a humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan reports.