Iran, Uzbekistan discuss boosting bilateral ties
Bakhodir Abdullaev, the ambassador of Uzbekistan to Iran, discussed boosting bilateral ties with Gholamreza Nouri-Qezeljeh, the Iranian chairman of the Iran-Uzbekistan Parliamentary Friendship Group.
Speaking at the meeting, which was held in Tehran, the Uzbek envoy emphasized the need to implement the agreements already made between Tehran and Tashkent, ICANA reported.
“Many Iranian companies are active in Uzbekistan, but in order to implement the agreements made, concrete measures must be taken in various fields including iron production, agriculture, industries and mines, as well as investments,” he added.
The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Tehran will spare no effort to strengthen and consolidate friendly relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, Abdullaev emphasized.
Explaining the upcoming referendum on a new Constitution in his country, the Uzbek ambassador said, “Considering the role and position of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the region, we welcome the presence of the Iranian parliamentary delegation as an international observer in Uzbekistan.”
Referring to the recent visit of the Iranian Parliament speaker to his country as a very important political event and an effective and constructive step in promoting cooperation, he said: “The visit marked a new chapter in Tehran-Tashkent relations.”
Speaking at the meeting, Nouri-Qezeljeh called the holding of the constitutional referendum on April 30 very useful for the brotherly country of Uzbekistan, saying, “We hope the results of the referendum will be a source of blessing for the government and people of the friendly country of Uzbekistan.”
He said that the Iranian Parliament always supports the development of relations with neighboring and friendly countries in the region, especially the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Referring to the friendly and growing relations between Tehran and Tashkent, the Iranian lawmaker noted that fortunately, good discussions and agreements have been made in order to deepen bilateral relations in various fields, especially economic and commercial, which should be implemented soon.
In this regard, he emphasized holding the joint commission for economic cooperation between Iran and Uzbekistan as soon as possible.
Nouri-Qezeljeh emphasized the importance of transit and transportation while pointing to the economic capacities of Iran in various fields and said, “Considering the great importance of transit and transportation in bilateral relations, drafting a comprehensive transport cooperation plan between Iran and Uzbekistan is very important and necessary.”