Uzbekistan and Finland: Similar Approaches to Building Good-Neighborly Regional Relations

In an era characterized by growing disunity among global powers, the strategies employed by so-called “middle” states in forging stable regional relations present promising solutions for achieving international peace and cooperation. Uzbekistan, a Central Asian nation situated at the heart of the historic Silk Road, and Finland, a Nordic state with a unique experience as a neutral border state during the Cold War, exemplify how a consistent commitment to dialogue can contribute to regional stability amidst the complexities of global relations.

Strengthening сooperation between Uzbekistan and Serbia: current trends and prospects

The European vector of Uzbekistan’s foreign policy is aimed at expanding the geography of its partnerships and deepening cooperation across all mutually beneficial areas. In this context, relations with Serbia stand out for their consistency, mutual respect, and the sustained interest of both sides in strengthening collaboration.

Uzbekistan to host UIMF 2025 - Mining Industry of the Future: Strategic vision for Innovation, Investment, and Sustainable Growth

“19th International Exhibition of Mining, Metallurgy, and Metalworking – MiningMetals Uzbekistan 2025”: Tashkent to become a regional hub for Mining, Metallurgy and Metalworking Innovation on October 28-29, 2025

The 19th International Exhibition of Mining, Metallurgy, and Metalworking – MiningMetals Uzbekistan 2025 will take place on 28-30 October, 2025 at the Uzexpocentre National Exhibition Complex in Tashkent, occupying Pavilions 1 and 2, as well as an extensive outdoor display area.

From October 28 to 30, 2025, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, will welcome the international exhibition-fair “UzCharmExpoEurAsia–2025”, a premier event dedicated to leather, footwear, accessories, karakul, fur, wool, and locally produced goods

The upcoming “UzCharmExpoEurAsia–2025” exhibition will feature more than 30 leading companies from countries including Italy, Turkey, Latvia, China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan

From October 28 to 30, 2025, the 19th International Exhibition-Fair “UzCharmExpoEurAsia–2025” will be held at the “Uzexpomarkaz” exhibition center in Tashkent, a premier event dedicated to leather, footwear, accessories, karakul, fur, wool, and locally produced goods.

Uzbekistan and Finland: Digital Groundwater Modeling as a Contribution to Climate Resilience in Central Asia.

Amid growing water scarcity and climate instability in Central Asia, Uzbekistan and Finland are implementing a unique form of scientific cooperation that combines digital innovation with sustainable water resource management.

In 2021, the Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at the rational development of natural resources through advanced technologies. Today, this project stands as an example of scientific diplomacy that unites European expertise with Uzbekistan’s potential.

Uzbekistan and Finland: An Economic Partnership Built on Technology and Trust

The history of Uzbek - Finnish relations dates back to the early 1990s, when Finland became one of the first countries to recognize the independence of the Republic of Uzbekistan - on 30 December 1991. Just two months later, on 26 February 1992, diplomatic relations were officially established, marking the beginning of a new chapter based on mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to technological progress.

A New Chapter in Uzbekistan–EU Relations: Why the EPCA Matters

On 24 October 2025, Uzbekistan and the European Union signed the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) - a comprehensive framework that culminates negotiations launched in February 2019 and initialled in July 2022. More than a ceremonial milestone, the EPCA codifies a strategic upgrade in our relationship with the EU. It is broad in scope - nine titles, 356 articles, and 14 annexes - and practical in ambition: to align our cooperation with the realities of a rapidly changing world economy while reinforcing the rule-of-law foundations of sustainable development at home.

Education and Skills as a Path to Global Opportunities: Uzbekistan’s New Labor Migration Direction

In recent years, Uzbekistan has been carrying out large-scale reforms aimed at developing human capital and managing labor migration in a systematic and human-centered manner. These reforms are designed not only to ensure that citizens work abroad legally and safely but also to enhance their skills, knowledge, and social potential.

Uzbekistan and the European Union: A Step Towards a New Level of Economic Integration

On October 24, in Brussels, the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Uzbekistan and the European Union will be signed — a document that can rightfully be seen as a turning point in the history of bilateral relations. For Tashkent, this is not merely a diplomatic success but a crucial step towards deepening economic integration, expanding trade and investment ties, and strengthening the country’s position both in Europe and globally.

Tashkent–Brussels: A New Stage of Cooperation with Europe

On October 23, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Brussels on an official visit.

Belgium, home to the capital of the European Union — Brussels, plays a key role in shaping pan-European policy and the economic agenda. Brussels is not only the political center of Europe but also a hub where the interests of leading international organizations, diplomatic missions, and financial institutions converge. It is here that decisions are made which define the main directions of the EU’s development and its relations with external partners.