Shavkat Mirziyoyev Highlights Importance of Strengthening Security Cooperation with China

Shavkat Mirziyoyev Highlights Importance of Strengthening Security Cooperation with China

Tashkent, The Gulf Observer: President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China today, led by Chen Wenqing, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the CPC Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission.

During the meeting, Chen Wenqing conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from Chinese President Xi Jinping to President Mirziyoyev. The discussions focused on advancing the long-standing friendship and all-weather strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and China, with an emphasis on the implementation of decisions reached at the highest level.

Both sides highlighted the importance of expanding practical cooperation and enhancing coordination in addressing traditional and emerging security threats. Specific attention was given to joint efforts in combating terrorism, extremism, transnational crime, cybercrime, and drug trafficking.

The meeting also underscored the successful outcomes of the inaugural session of the Uzbekistan-China Cooperation Mechanism in Law Enforcement and Security, held in recent days, which was commended for its role in strengthening bilateral cooperation in these crucial areas.

Additionally, the two sides exchanged views on pressing regional issues, reaffirming their commitment to peace and stability in the region.