The Deputy Minister of Justice of Uzbekistan and head of the National Intellectual Property Administration, Muzraf Ikramov, met with the Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration, Shen Chanyu, during the 68th session of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Assemblies in Geneva.
During the negotiations, the parties discussed expanding bilateral interaction in the field of intellectual property protection, including patents, trademarks, and industrial designs. Special attention was paid to experience exchange and staff training, as well as improving the patent examination system.
The Chinese side confirmed its readiness to continue providing practical assistance in the preparation and professional development of state patent examiners from Uzbekistan under the 'Belt and Road' initiative. Following the meeting, the Ministry of Justice of Uzbekistan and the China National Intellectual Property Administration signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of intellectual property, as well as a Memorandum on the implementation of the accelerated patent examination program through the Patent Cooperation Procedure (PPH).
These documents provide for the development of joint work in the fields of patents, trademarks, and industrial designs, the professional development of specialists, the introduction of the PPH mechanism, the expansion of the network of Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISC), the promotion of intellectual property commercialization, and the improvement of the national innovation ecosystem. The Ministry of Justice emphasized that the implementation of these agreements will strengthen the strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and China, contribute to the development of innovative activities, accelerate technology transfer, and expand long-term cooperation in the field of intellectual property.
The Iranian Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, met with the Chinese Ambassador to Iran, Kong Peiwu. During this meeting, he emphasized his country's determination to develop sustainable and strategic relations between the two states.
According to IRNA, on Monday evening, Madanizadeh highly praised China's support, especially during the aggression against Iran by its enemies, while stressing the strengthening and development of strategic ties between Iran and China. He also viewed the proposal from the President of the People's Republic of China regarding the restoration of peace and stability in the region as constructive.
One of the key issues discussed and agreed upon by the parties during the meeting was the development of trade and economic relations, as well as creating the necessary conditions for establishing a joint committee on economic cooperation by the end of the current year. It was decided that experts from both countries would take the necessary steps in this direction.
Ambassador Kong Peiwu previously noted in an article for the Tehran Times on June 22 that China recently released a 'White Paper' titled 'A More Just and Equitable Global Governance: China's Principles, Proposals, and Actions.' Foreign Minister Wang Yi detailed this document at a press conference. The ambassador expressed a deep conviction that China's principles and proposals for global governance strongly resonate with the ancient cultural traditions, foreign policy orientation, and aspirations of the Iranian people.
The article details four foundations of alignment between China and Iran based on this 'White Paper': firstly, countering unilateral hegemony, as both nations reject the 'law of the jungle,' unilateral sanctions, and military coercion, supporting Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and advocating for international law and UN-centered dialogue. Secondly, promoting the Global South, where China and Iran, as key members of the Global South (including through SCO and BRICS), work to amplify the voice of developing countries in world affairs by integrating 'southern power' into governance reforms. Thirdly, developing civilizational dialogue, rooted in the ancient Silk Road connections, where both countries support mutual study of civilizations, as well as the UN-recognized Initiative for Global Civilization and International Day of Civilizations Dialogue. Fourthly, implementing the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), with Iran being one of the early proponents and founders of the GGI Friends Group, and both sides commit to embodying the GGI principles (sovereign equality, rule of law, multilateralism, human-centricity, and concrete actions) in practical cooperation.
In conclusion, the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations is noted, and the parties call for increased coordination to build a fairer system of global governance and a community with a common future for humanity.
The third Forum of the Regions of Uzbekistan and Belarus took place in Minsk on July 8, 2026. The main theme of the event was 'Regional Cooperation as the Engine of Economic Partnership.'
Deputy Prime Ministers of both countries, Jamshid Khodjaev and Yuri Shuleiko, along with representatives of governments, regional administrations, relevant ministries, agencies, and business circles, took part in the plenary session.
Forum participants noted that Belarus continues to be one of Uzbekistan's most important strategic partners, and bilateral cooperation is becoming increasingly practical.
Main attention was paid to strengthening direct ties between the regions, expanding industrial cooperation, and implementing joint production projects. During discussions, it was emphasized that the economies of the two states complement each other, creating prerequisites for production localization, the formation of value chains, and the promotion of goods to third-country markets.
Following the conclusion of the forum, a ceremony was held to sign interregional documents, as well as agreements in the field of investment and trade. The business program of the event included thematic sessions dedicated to industry, agriculture, the woodworking sector, furniture production, and socio-humanitarian cooperation.
The Agency for Industrial Cooperation and Public Procurement of Uzbekistan held a meeting with the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Uzbekistan. During the negotiations, the parties discussed prospects for deepening interaction in the areas of industrial cooperation and public procurement.
Representatives of the Agency familiarized the Chinese side with the main directions of its work, its powers, as well as current reforms aimed at improving the system of industrial cooperation and public procurement. Special attention was paid to priority tasks for developing the public procurement system until 2030.
Within the discussions, the parties considered opportunities to attract international experts and consultants, implement experience exchange programs, conduct joint seminars and training sessions. A comprehensive analysis of industrial cooperation and public procurement systems using advanced international practices was also conducted.
Furthermore, issues of providing financial and expert support to promising projects, as well as expanding practical interaction in areas of mutual interest, were discussed. At the end of the meeting, the parties reached a common understanding of the need to define priority areas of cooperation, form a portfolio of joint projects, develop mechanisms for their implementation, and organize subsequent working meetings.
