Current issues of further expansion of Uzbekistan-American comprehensive relations were discussed

On December 10, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received the U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad and Deputy Assistant to the President of the United States, Senior Director for South and Central Asia at the National Security Council Lisa Curtis, reports the press service of Uzbek MFA.

The Head of the Uzbekistan, warmly welcoming the American delegation, noted with deep satisfaction the dynamic development and consistent strengthening of multifaceted cooperation between the two countries. Contacts at various levels have been intensified, productive political dialogue and inter-parliamentary interaction have been established, joint projects are being implemented in trade-economic and investment spheres, cultural-humanitarian exchanges are developing.

At the meeting, current issues of further expansion of Uzbekistan – American comprehensive relations, as well as international and regional agenda were discussed. Particular attention was paid to peaceful settlement of the situation in Afghanistan.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized that Uzbekistan attaches great importance to development of traditionally good-neighborly relations with Afghanistan, and stands for establishment of peace and stability, ensuring sustainable development in this country.

"The Qazaq Times"