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Mirziyoyev in St. Petersburg: a nuclear project, trade and a display of alliance amid war

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in St. Petersburg on June 4 to participate in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) and hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. His visit comes at a time when the forum no longer attracts the number of world leaders it did before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, while

Mirziyoyev and Putin press services presented the presidents’ phone call differently

The press services of Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Vladimir Putin released statements about the presidents’ phone conversation on May 22, but their presentation differed noticeably. The Uzbek side provided a detailed description of economic and interregional cooperation, while the Kremlin limited itself to a brief official statement without specific details. The difference in the coverage of

Mirziyoyev attends May 9 events in Moscow amid limited presence of foreign leaders

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in events in Moscow on May 9 marking the anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. Unlike previous major anniversaries, the number of foreign leaders on Red Square was limited, while the official language used by Moscow and Tashkent once again highlighted differing approaches to the memory of the war.

Mirziyoyev and Putin in the Kremlin emphasize “special” ties amid external pressure

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks in the Kremlin on May 8 ahead of events marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in World War II. Judging by statements released by the two presidential press services, Moscow emphasized the political symbolism of allied ties and Tashkent’s personal support, while the Uzbek

President of Uzbekistan departs for Moscow to attend Victory Day events

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev departed for Russia on a working visit on May 8, 2026. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. The visit program includes participation in ceremonial events in Moscow dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in World War II. Shavkat Mirziyoyev is

Mirziyoyev receives Russian delegation led by Kiriyenko: nuclear power plant and digital cooperation discussed

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on April 15 received a delegation of the Russian Federation led by First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration of Russia Sergey Kiriyenko. During the meeting, the sides reviewed the implementation of agreements reached at the highest level and further deepening of strategic partnership and alliance between the

Russia and Uzbekistan target $30 billion trade turnover amid progress in nuclear energy

Russia and Uzbekistan intend to increase bilateral trade to $30 billion by 2030, prioritizing projects in nuclear energy and industrial cooperation. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and his Uzbek counterpart Abdulla Aripov met in Moscow on Monday at the sixth meeting of the Joint Commission at the level of heads of government. During the talks,

Mirziyoyev met with Putin in Minsk — bilateral relations discussed

On June 27, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with President of Russia Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) summit in Minsk. Uzbekistan participates in the organization as an observer. According to the official statement from the Uzbek president’s press service, the meeting focused on the current state