PM Modi speaks with Uzbek President Mirziyoyev
The PM said in a post on X:
'Had a fruitful conversation with President of Uzbekistan, Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev. We reviewed the progress achieved in key areas of our bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed our shared resolve to further advance the India–Uzbekistan Strategic Partnership.'
According to a readout, PM Modi received a telephone call today from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. President Mirziyoyev conveyed his warm greetings and felicitations to Prime Minister and the people of India on the upcoming 79th Independence Day of India.
The two leaders reviewed progress in several key areas of bilateral cooperation, including trade, connectivity, health, technology and people-to-people ties.
They also exchanged views on regional and global developments of mutual interest, and reiterated their commitment to further strengthen the age-old ties between India and Central Asia.
According to an Uzbek readout, President Mirziyoyev congratulated PM Modi and the friendly people of India on the upcoming national holiday - Independence Day of India, sincerely wishing peace, well-being and prosperity.
The two leaders discussed ways to further deepen the Uzbek-Indian strategic partnership ties and multifaceted bilateral cooperation .Shavkat Mirziyoyev stressed that, in accordance with the agreements, practical cooperation is developing dynamically, and active and fruitful contacts at various levels are continuing.
The two-way trade has grown by 60 percent, with about 40 new joint ventures and cooperation projects launched. The portfolio of projects with major Indian companies has reached two billion dollars. Four branches of Indian universities are also successfully operating in Uzbekistan.
The two leaders paid special attention to the promotion and implementation of cooperation projects in such areas as the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, digital economy, energy, mining, agriculture, construction, tourism and others.
They also discussed the developing of effective transport and transit routes within the North-South corridor and emphasized the importance of effectively holding the next meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission in Tashkent.
The President of Uzbekistan and PM Modi also exchanged views on the regional agenda and reviewed the schedule of upcoming high-level events.
The two nations are strengthening their cooperation in the field of pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
India has emerged as a key supplier of affordable and quality medicines to Uzbekistan, including treatments for hepatitis, allergies, and infectious diseases.
The Uzbek pharmaceutical market, growing at a projected rate of 7% annually through 2028, is seen as fertile ground for Indian companies seeking overseas expansion.
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