Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) —  President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, who is in Tashkent on an official visit.

At the beginning of the meeting, Mikhail Mishustin conveyed sincere greetings and best wishes from Russian President Vladimir Putin to the head of Uzbekistan.

During the negotiations, the parties discussed the further development of Russian-Uzbek relations. Special attention was given to the implementation of decisions and agreements reached during the state visit of the President of Russia to Uzbekistan from May 26 to 28 of this year.

The Russian Prime Minister emphasized the importance of transitioning to settlements in national currencies, which currently account for over 70% of transactions.

Mikhail Mishustin also highlighted the need for coordinated actions to maintain trade turnover rates and to support and accelerate joint projects in key areas such as industry, energy, agriculture, transportation, and other priority sectors of the economy.

President Mirziyoyev supported the proposal for further deepening practical cooperation at the regional level, continuing active cultural and humanitarian exchanges, and organizing effective cooperation in the field of migration.