ТАSHKENT, November 11. /Dunyo IA/. Today, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on the sidelines of COP31 in Antalya, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

According to the press service of the Head of our State, meeting focused on practical steps to expand the strategic partnership with the leading international financial institution. The portfolio of joint projects has reached nearly $16 billion.

Preparations for the Forum on the Mid-Term Review of the International Development Association’s resources, scheduled to take place in Tashkent in December, were discussed.

Priority areas of cooperation were identified, including implementing the Growth and Jobs Program, developing a new Country Partnership Framework, attracting private investment in infrastructure, privatization and ensuring water security.