Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 13 September 2024, Laziz Kudratov, the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, held a meeting with Sara Minkara, the U.S. State Department Special Advisor on International Disability Rights.

During the meeting, the focus was on bilateral cooperation between Uzbekistan and the United States in the field of social protection for individuals with disabilities.

Key topics discussed included the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities, promoting inclusivity, their involvement in trade relations, and the development of the digital economy and other key areas.

The parties agreed on the need for technical assistance to develop joint initiatives in this field.

The meeting concluded with a strong commitment to further deepening cooperation and expanding its scope on all the discussed issues.