Iran–Uzbekistan_relations

Iran–Uzbekistan relations

Iran–Uzbekistan relations

Bilateral relations

Uzbekistan and Iran share deep cultural and historical ties. Both countries are members of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO).[1]

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Importance

Iran is an Islamic theocracy, while Uzbekistan is a Secular presidential democracy.[2] The two nations have been apprehensive on their difference of politics, but still have been active in improving their relations.[3] They also have ancient cultural ties with each other, with Uzbekistan being a part of Ancient Persia, Sogdiana, and Bactria. It is considered a part of Greater Iran.

Trade

Iran and Uzbekistan have signed bilateral agreements to cooperate in various fields including, agriculture, transport, oil and gas production, construction, pharmaceuticals and banking.[4] The two nations have also worked on overland links and other joint ventures.

Uzbekistan exports many commodities to Iran including cotton, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, fertilizers and chemical fibers. Iran exports construction materials, detergents, foods, tea and fruits to Uzbekistan. The Iranian-Uzbekistan trade turnover exceeded $600 million in 2008.[4]

In 2018, Uzbekistan's ambassador to Iran stated that they intend on increasing their trade volume with Iran, by expanding bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation with Iran, according to Mehr News.[5]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "The Secretariat of Economic Cooperation Organization". Economic Cooperation Organization. Archived from the original on 2016-04-14. Retrieved 2017-01-23.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
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    "Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan". ksu.uz. Archived from the original on 2016-06-27. Retrieved 2014-12-24.
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    "Uzbekistan – The Middle East and Pakistan". Countrystudies.us. Archived from the original on 2016-11-03. Retrieved 2013-09-06.
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    "Central Asia At Close Range". Archived from the original on 2009-08-21. Retrieved 2017-01-23.
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    "Uzbekistan keen on expanding economic ties with Iran". Archived from the original on 2019-12-27. Retrieved 2020-05-10.
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