Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov in Washington to discuss bilateral relations. The meeting aimed at supporting Uzbekistan's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity while emphasizing growing ties between the United States and Uzbekistan.
"Secretary Rubio welcomed Uzbekistan's decision to become a full member of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS and thanked Uzbekistan for their efforts to facilitate the return of their deportees from the United States," attributed Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
The meeting also explored various sectors for cooperation, including nuclear energy, investments, and critical minerals. The United States expressed its intention to work closely with Uzbekistan on the modernization of safe nuclear energy technologies and enhancing mutual investments. This collaboration is seen as a step to furthering the strategic partnership between the two countries.
Uzbekistan's integration into global initiatives and efforts to strengthen its relationship with the United States highlight an ongoing commitment to international cooperation and regional stability.
The dialogue between Secretary Rubio and Foreign Minister Saidov underscores a positive trajectory in the U.S.-Uzbekistan partnership, focusing on shared goals and mutual benefits.