PM Modi arrives in Uzbekistan, welcomed by President Mirziyoyev for trade, defence talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in Tashkent on Aug 29, beginning a two‑day state visit focused on boosting trade, defence cooperation, energy and digital links, before heading to Kyrgyzstan for the SCO summit.
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Modi landed at Tashkent International Airport on Aug 29 where President Shavkat Mirziyoyev received him with a formal welcome ceremony, including a guard of honour, national anthems and a brief exchange of pleasantries before proceeding to the presidential palace.
The agenda for the two‑day visit centres on expanding bilateral trade, deepening defence collaboration, exploring joint energy projects such as solar and gas ventures, and advancing digital connectivity through a proposed India‑Uzbekistan digital corridor. Senior officials from ministries of commerce, defence, energy and IT are slated to attend the talks.
The trip also serves as a prelude to Modi’s participation in the 26th SCO summit in Bishkek, where India aims to shape regional security discussions and cement its outreach to Central Asian partners.
Video: PM Modi at the Joint Press Meet with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev | PMO
The visit marks a significant upgrade in India‑Uzbekistan relations, offering a platform to diversify trade beyond traditional partners, secure energy supplies, and develop joint defence capabilities that could reduce reliance on other regional powers.
By engaging Uzbekistan ahead of the SCO summit, India signals its intent to play a more active role in Central Asian geopolitics, counterbalancing China’s growing influence and reinforcing its ‘Neighbourhood First’ and ‘Act East’ strategies.
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