Address by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the First “Central Asia – European Union” Summit

Distinguished heads of delegations!

Ladies and gentlemen!

I am delighted to welcome you all at the first Central Asia – European Union Summit.

Tashkent as a center of parliamentary diplomacy: the anniversary IPU Assembly

In April 2025, Tashkent will host the 150th anniversary Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for the first time in the history of Central Asia. This event brings together over 2000 parliamentarians from more than 100 national parliaments, providing a unique opportunity to discuss key global issues. The selection of Tashkent as the venue for this important event underscores the growing influence of New Uzbekistan in international parliamentary diplomacy and its commitment to democratic reforms, and also confirms the country's status as a center for constructive political dialogue in the region.

European Union - Central Asia: regional consolidation and global partnership

On April 4, 2025, the first “Central Asia - European Union” official summit will be held in Samarkand, under the chairmanship of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This event is set to become a significant political milestone and will mark the beginning of a new phase in the relationship between the two regions.

Samarkand to host first “Central Asia – European Union” summit on April 3-4

The first “Central Asia – European Union” summit will take place in Samarkand on April 3-4.

“We have a historic opportunity to make our region not only stable, but also prosperous”

Interview of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Euronews ahead of the first Central Asia-European Union summit in Samarkand

Our President Arrives in Samarkand

The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Samarkand to participate in the events of the first Central Asia - European Union summit.

Khujand Summit: How is Central Asia Changing?

March 31, 2025... Khujand, an ancient city with caravan tracks on every stone and a breeze that still whispers classical poetry, has become a turning point in the history of regional politics. The Presidents of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan signed an agreement on the demarcation of state borders. This document put a legal end to more than thirty years of disputes, border uncertainty, and sporadic flare-ups.

Cooperation established with the House of Islamic Heritage in Kuwait

A delegation led by Firdavs Abdukholikov, Director of the Center for Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan, and Ayubhon Yunusov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Kuwait, visited the Tariq Rajab Museum in Kuwait City. This was reported by the press service of the Center for Islamic Civilization.

Report on road construction projects presented

The head of our state was informed about the progress of road construction projects.

Measures to enhance energy efficiency discussed

On March 26, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired a meeting aimed at enhancing the efficiency and rational use of energy resources.