President of Uzbekistan receives OSCE Chair-in-Office

The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, received the Chair-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland, Elina Valtonen, who arrived in Uzbekistan on an official visit.

The distinguished guest conveyed the sincere greetings and best wishes of the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, to the President of Uzbekistan.

Issues related to strengthening practical cooperation between Uzbekistan and the OSCE and further expanding collaboration between Uzbekistan and Finland were discussed.

The development of constructive cooperation with the Organization was noted with satisfaction, particularly in modernizing the national electoral system, ensuring media freedom, addressing gender and youth issues, and advancing the green agenda. The importance of increasing attention to climate security and sustainable development was emphasized.

The relations agenda between Uzbekistan and Finland was discussed in detail, focusing on trade, economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.

An exchange of views also took place on regional issues, and the schedule of upcoming events was reviewed.