A meeting took place between Hassan Safarkhani, the cultural attaché of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Uzbekistan, and Professor Akmal Nuriddinov, President of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan. The parties discussed the possibility of deepening joint interaction between the art institutions of the two countries.
The session was held at the Academy's premises and aimed to strengthen and develop cultural and artistic ties between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Uzbekistan, according to ILNA. During the meeting, Nuriddinov emphasized the significant potential of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan and the Academy of Arts of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
He stated that developing institutional partnership, holding both in-person and virtual exhibitions, specialized and scientific gatherings, implementing research projects, and creating conditions for direct communication between artists and art administrators from both countries could contribute to a deeper understanding of the real potential of Iran and Uzbekistan in the fields of fine arts, crafts, and other forms of art.
Referring to the historical and civilizational heritage of Iran and its prominent position in various artistic fields—including painting, calligraphy, architecture, and music—Nuriddinov noted the achievements of contemporary Iranian art and saw the growing opportunities in Uzbek art as a basis for expanding bilateral cooperation.
Highlighting the policy of the Government of Uzbekistan to expand cultural ties with various states, especially neighboring ones, he assessed cooperation with artists and art institutions of the Islamic Republic of Iran as an important chance for the growth and prosperity of art in both countries. He expressed hope to visit Iran soon to meet and discuss matters personally with the country's artists and art administrators while visiting art centers and collections.
For his part, Safarkhani referenced the online exhibition of Nuriddinov's works on the website of the Iranian Academy of Arts, which took place last month, calling it a turning point in the process of initiating and deepening artistic cooperation. He also proposed organizing a virtual exhibition of the works of two or three renowned artists represented by the Iranian Academy of Arts in Uzbekistan.
This proposal was approved by the President of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan. It was decided that the details of the artists and the selection of their works would be provided to the Academy shortly so that necessary measures could be taken to hold a virtual exhibition of Iranian artists.
In another part of the meeting, the Iranian cultural attaché in Uzbekistan focused on the necessity of developing and signing a memorandum of understanding for cooperation between the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan and the Iranian Academy of Arts. He listed proposed areas of cooperation, which include joint exhibitions, scientific and cultural events, research projects and programs, providing training opportunities, educational interaction, participation in regional and international art events, and other areas of mutual interest.
As a result, it was decided that the draft memorandum of understanding would be prepared by the Iranian side and submitted to the President of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan. After review, amendments, and consideration of the Uzbek side's comments, the final text would be ready for signing by the heads of the two institutions.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides, emphasizing the deep historical, civilizational, and cultural commonalities between Iran and Uzbekistan, deemed the expansion of exchanges among artists, professors, researchers, and cultural and art administrators of both countries a fundamental necessity for deepening bilateral relations. Special attention was also paid to maintaining the connection between the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan and the Iranian Academy of Arts and transforming existing opportunities into operational and joint programs.
Belarus and Uzbekistan intend to intensify joint work in areas such as medicine, tourism, information technology, education, and industrial partnership.
This was stated by Vladimir Kukharev, Chairman of the Minsk City Executive Committee, during a meeting with Nuriddin Mamajonov, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the Republic of Belarus and Permanent Representative of Uzbekistan to the CIS bodies, according to the press service of the CIS Executive Committee.
During this meeting, the parties discussed promising directions for developing trade and economic ties, as well as expanding interaction between the two states.
Particular attention was paid to industrial cooperation. In particular, the Belarusian side proposed developing interaction in the field of woodworking and furniture production, noting the high level of development of relevant industries in Belarus and the demand for Belarusian products in the Uzbek market.
Cooperation in the healthcare sector was also separately considered. Belarus is ready to provide support in establishing interaction between Uzbek partners and enterprises specializing in the production of medical equipment and technologies.
The parties also studied opportunities for cooperation in the field of education, noting the interest of Uzbek citizens in studying in Belarus.
Improving transport connectivity remains an important area of interaction. Kukharev emphasized the need to increase the number of flights between the countries, which would promote tourism and create additional opportunities for business contacts.
Furthermore, the parties expressed interest in expanding cooperation in IT and scientific research.
One of the significant events in the development of bilateral business relations was the opening of the Trade House of Uzbekistan in Minsk. According to Kukharev, the activities of this house are of interest to both business representatives and city residents wishing to learn about the goods of Uzbek producers.
Ambassador Mamajonov noted that Belarus and Uzbekistan have broad opportunities for interaction in various fields—from industrial cooperation to culture and tourism.
The diplomat added: "We are fulfilling the tasks set by the leaders of our countries. During the last meeting in Minsk, they clearly defined a new standard of interaction, and we have begun discussing ways to achieve it." He also reported that the parties aim to strengthen cooperation and expect to achieve the first practical results this year.
An additional platform for establishing business contacts will be the International Forum of Economic Cooperation, scheduled for September 11, 2026, in Minsk. It is expected that entrepreneurs from Uzbekistan will participate in the event to hold negotiations with their Belarusian counterparts and determine new directions for cooperation.
At the meeting, special attention was paid to the localization of Belarusian equipment in Uzbekistan. Mamajonov informed that Uzbekistan is interested in establishing Belarusian service centers on its territory, as well as organizing the assembly of municipal and passenger vehicles.
In particular, interest was noted in the products of Belkommunmash and its potential for use in the municipal sector of Tashkent and other regions of Uzbekistan. The localization of bus production as part of the modernization of public transport in major cities of Uzbekistan was also recognized as a promising direction.
The meeting confirmed the mutual interest of Belarus and Uzbekistan in deepening practical interaction, implementing joint projects, and moving to a new stage of trade and economic cooperation.
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bobur Usmanov, held a meeting on August 11, 2026, with the Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Uzbekistan, Rashad Mammadov.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, the parties discussed the current state and future prospects for developing relations in the format of a strategic partnership and alliance. During this meeting, particular attention was paid to preparations for upcoming high and top-level events, as well as expanding the legal framework for bilateral cooperation.
Uzbekistan and Bashkortostan have reached an agreement on further strengthening trade and economic cooperation. This occurred following the business forum held in Ufa on August 5, 2026.
During the event, participants signed a memorandum of understanding, while business representatives concluded commercial contracts and cooperation agreements. The main theme of the forum was deepening interaction between the Republic of Bashkortostan and the Republic of Uzbekistan.
More than one hundred Uzbek companies participated in the event, representing sectors such as light industry, food industry, chemical industry, automotive manufacturing and furniture, construction, healthcare, as well as information and communication technologies.
The forum was attended by Odilkhon Rustamov, Deputy Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; Muzaffarxon Musaev, Deputy Chairman of the Small Business Association; Alexander Sheldyayev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Government of Bashkortostan and Minister of Industry, Energy and Innovation; heads of seven ministries of the republic; and Artem Penzin, Director of Alga Special Economic Zone.
It was noted during the meeting that bilateral trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Russia reached almost 13 billion US dollars in 2025. Furthermore, over 3000 enterprises with Russian capital currently operate in Uzbekistan.
After the forum concluded, the parties agreed on several practical steps. In particular, an agreement was reached with BashGlobalGroup LLC to open the Trade House of Uzbekistan in the Eurasia wholesale distribution center, attract Uzbek companies to the International Multifunctional Business Complex project, and implement non-food products through Tolpar Technopark.
Companies from Bashkortostan were also invited to establish production facilities in a free economic zone oriented towards supplying goods to the Afghan market.
As part of the forum, the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan and Bashkortostan signed a memorandum of intent aimed at developing bilateral partnership. Following B2B format negotiations, business representatives also signed various commercial agreements and cooperation deals.
