TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 12. Uzbekistan and
Brazil discussed the intensification of political dialogue between
the two countries during talks between Uzbek Foreign Minister
Bakhtiyor Saidov and Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro
Vieira, the Uzbek foreign minister wrote on social media, Trend reports.
The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of
Uzbekistan, focused on expanding bilateral cooperation across a
range of sectors.
During the negotiations, the sides discussed strengthening
political dialogue, as well as expanding trade, economic and
investment ties.
Particular attention was paid to unlocking untapped cooperation
potential in such areas as agriculture, logistics, education,
cultural and humanitarian exchange, and tourism.
As part of the visit, a business forum and a roundtable
involving representatives of the business communities of Uzbekistan
and Brazil were also held.
The events brought together major Brazilian companies and
associations, including Embraer, WEG, Petrobras, as well as ABIEC,
ABPA and ApexBrasil. Meetings in B2B and B2G formats were organized
to establish new business contacts and discuss potential
projects.
The parties also exchanged views on prospects for cooperation
within international organizations, including the United Nations
and BRICS.
Uzbekistan views Brazil as an important partner in Latin
America, the statement said.
Following the talks, the sides agreed to further expand
bilateral cooperation through concrete projects and new
initiatives. The visit of the Brazilian foreign minister is
expected to contribute to the strengthening and further development
of relations between the two countries.
