BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 6. Uzbekistan and
Iran discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade,
transport and other areas during a meeting between Uzbek First
Deputy Foreign Minister Bakhromjon Aloyev and Iranian Ambassador to
Uzbekistan Mohammad Ali Eskandari in Tashkent on Oct. 5.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs of Uzbekistan.
The sides held a detailed exchange of views on expanding
bilateral cooperation in the political, trade and economic,
transport, and cultural and humanitarian spheres, Uzbekistan’s
Foreign Ministry said.
Additionally, the officials reviewed events and initiatives
planned for the near term, as well as current regional issues.
The meeting comes as Uzbekistan and Iran continue to develop
cooperation across trade, investment and transportation, with
connectivity and economic ties among the key areas of bilateral
engagement.
The sides emphasized the importance of maintaining regular
dialogue and advancing practical cooperation in areas of mutual
interest, according to the ministry.
Uzbekistan-Iran relations have expanded in recent years across
trade, investment, transport and logistics, industry and
agriculture. In May 2025, the two countries adopted a road map for
cooperation for 2025–2027, while their leaders have highlighted
growing trade and cargo transportation and an increasing number of
joint ventures. The countries are also working to expand transport
and logistics links and promote projects in industries including
chemicals, petrochemicals, textiles, food production and
agriculture.
