TOKYO, October 19. /Dunyo IA/. A meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan with Tomoaki Ishigaki, Special Representative of the Japanese Foreign Ministry for Central Asia, the Caucasus and GUAM Countries and Deputy Director-General of the European Affairs Bureau, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

During the talks, parties reviewed the prospects for further strengthening Uzbek-Japanese relations in the spirit of the enhanced strategic partnership for future generations, as well as the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest and high levels.

Particular attention was paid to expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation, as well as the implementation of joint projects in promising sectors.

Participants of the meeting also exchanged views on the further development of the “Central Asia + Japan” format and the preparation of upcoming bilateral contacts.

Preparation of joint events dedicated to the 35^th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Uzbekistan and Japan, which will be celebrated in 2027, was discussed separately.

Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening the bilateral partnership and promoting practical cooperation in areas of mutual interest.