Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited Kuwait on February 17 at the invitation of Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Sabah. The two leaders met at Bayan Palace in Kuwait City to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral ties.
During the meeting, Mirziyoyev expressed gratitude for the Emir’s warm welcome and extended congratulations to the people of Kuwait on their upcoming national holidays. He also praised Kuwait’s progress under its Vision 2035 program, noting that its objectives align with Uzbekistan’s long-term development plans.
Following their discussions, the leaders adopted a joint statement on enhancing Uzbek-Kuwaiti cooperation. Several agreements were signed, including:
- Agreement on cooperation in industry
- Protocol to the Agreement on Air Services
- Agreement on labor cooperation
- Agreement on the development of “smart” cities
- Agreement on cooperation in arts and culture
- Agreement on healthcare collaboration
- Tourism cooperation program for 2025-2027
- Cooperation agreement with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development
These agreements mark a new phase in Uzbekistan-Kuwait relations, fostering closer collaboration in key economic and social sectors.
