Ulaanbaatar, June 24, 2025 — The Europe Today: At the State Palace of Mongolia, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, held high-level talks with President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh of Mongolia, both in a restricted format and later with the participation of official delegations from both sides.
President Mirziyoyev expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Mongolian leader for the warm hospitality and the invitation to undertake a return state visit — the first such visit in the history of bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Mongolia.
It was noted that the current visit marks the beginning of a new chapter in the development of multifaceted ties between the two nations. On this occasion, the President of Uzbekistan extended warm congratulations to the Mongolian leadership and people on the upcoming People’s Revolution Day.
During the discussions, both leaders focused on current issues related to deepening friendship and enhancing cooperation across various sectors. They acknowledged the recent intensification of contacts and exchanges at all levels. Trade turnover has shown dynamic growth, and the number of joint ventures continues to increase, with initial collaborative projects now underway in healthcare, education, e-commerce, agriculture, and construction materials production.
On the eve of the visit, a joint business forum was held in Ulaanbaatar with broad participation from both countries’ business communities and sectoral agencies. In addition, a trade house showcasing Uzbek products was officially inaugurated in the Mongolian capital.
The two sides paid special attention to economic cooperation, highlighting the significant potential for increasing mutual trade in the coming years by expanding the range and volume of high-demand goods. In this regard, the importance of swiftly adopting agreements on preferential trade and investment protection was underscored.
President Mirziyoyev also advocated for stronger industrial cooperation, particularly in the extractive industries, identifying areas such as geological exploration, raw material development, technology transfer, professional training, and experience exchange as priority sectors. The establishment of a representative office of Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Geology in Ulaanbaatar was welcomed as a practical step toward advancing joint initiatives in this domain.
Both sides expressed interest in expanding comprehensive cooperation in agriculture, including the establishment of joint clusters and the development of projects in meat and dairy processing, wool, and leather goods production.
Discussions also focused on enhancing transport connectivity and exploring new logistics corridors. Plans were announced to launch a direct flight between Tashkent and Ulaanbaatar by the end of the year. Furthermore, a proposal was made to initiate joint applied research, in cooperation with the International Think Tank for Landlocked Developing Countries, to identify efficient and sustainable transport routes.
The two leaders emphasized the importance of continued cultural and humanitarian exchanges. It was noted with appreciation that Uzbek Culture Days are currently being celebrated in Ulaanbaatar with various art and tourism events. Both parties agreed to strengthen academic ties, including the resumption of Mongolian student enrollment in Uzbek universities under existing quota frameworks.
To ensure the timely and effective implementation of all agreements, the sides agreed to adopt a comprehensive roadmap outlining joint actions.
In conclusion, President Mirziyoyev extended a formal invitation to President Khürelsükh to undertake a return visit to Uzbekistan, reaffirming the two nations’ shared commitment to a deeper and more dynamic partnership.
