TASHKENT, December 9. /IA "Dunyo"/. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Bahromjon Aloev, who was in Baghdad on a visit, met with Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq Fuad Hussein, reports a correspondent of "Dunyo" information agency.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Iraqi side expressed interest in further strengthening the multifaceted partnership with Uzbekistan and expanding the range of cooperation in priority areas of interaction.

The parties emphasized the importance of intensifying political dialogue, deepening trade and economic cooperation and strengthening cultural and humanitarian exchange. The Iraqi side expressed interest in the entry of Uzbek products into the Iraqi market and expanding the range of imports from Uzbekistan.

During the meeting, the schedule of upcoming joint events was also discussed.