Modi toured the newly inaugurated Yangi Uzbekistan Monument in Tashkent on Saturday, describing it as an embodiment of the nation’s aspirations and recent progress. His remarks were made alongside Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev as part of a high‑level bilateral agenda.
The monument, unveiled earlier this year, commemorates Uzbekistan’s post‑Soviet development and serves as a focal point for cultural diplomacy between the two countries. By highlighting the structure, both leaders underscored shared values and the importance of deepening people‑to‑people ties.
ALSO READ | India and ASEAN Nations Chart Scalable Agricultural Cooperation at Summit
The visit also saw the signing of agreements on trade, connectivity, and renewable energy, signalling India’s intent to expand its footprint in Central Asia. Analysts view the symbolic endorsement of the monument as a soft‑power move designed to reinforce goodwill and pave the way for broader strategic cooperation.
