Uzbekistan-EU Enhanced Partnership: President Mirziyoyev's Brussels Visit

Deepening Uzbekistan-EU Partnership

• 💡 The relationship between Uzbekistan and the European Union has evolved beyond diplomatic dialogue into a dynamic, multi-faceted interaction spanning politics, economy, investment, technology, education, and culture.
• 🎯 This strong cooperation is a direct result of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's political will, who has prioritized the European vector in Uzbekistan's foreign policy.
• 🤝 Uzbekistan has established strategic partnerships with Italy, Hungary, and France, while Germany and Central Asian countries are recognized as regional strategic partners.

Economic Growth and Investment

• 📈 The economic block is a primary driver of this convergence, with trade volume between Uzbekistan and the EU reaching $6.4 billion in 2024 and exports growing by 40% since Uzbekistan joined the GSP+ system.
• 💰 Over 1,000 enterprises with European capital operate in Uzbekistan, and the total portfolio of projects with European companies exceeds 30 billion Euros.
• 🏭 Leading transnational giants like Siemens, Linde Group, and Airbus are among the key European partners involved in various projects.

Strategic Cooperation and Development

• 🔑 The EU supports Uzbekistan through its Central Asia strategy, the Global Gateway initiative, and the 2021-2027 Multi-annual Indicative Program, focusing on governance, digitalization, and inclusive green growth.
• 🌱 This cooperation extends to modernizing the agro-industrial complex and supporting gender equality, human rights, youth, and civil society.
• 📚 Programs like Erasmus Plus have enabled over 500 Uzbek citizens to study in EU universities, and Horizon Europe provides access to advanced technologies and scientific research.

Significance of the Brussels Visit

• 🚀 President Mirziyoyev's official visit to Brussels is a strategic message reflecting Uzbekistan's mature foreign policy and ambitions on the international stage.
• ✅ Key events include meetings with European Council President António Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and King Philippe of the Belgians.
• ✍️ A major outcome will be the signing of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, which is expected to elevate the interaction to a new qualitative level.
• 💼 The visit also includes a roundtable discussion with leading European companies and financial institutions, aiming to foster further economic ties.