Uzbekistan, Tashkent, July 21 /Trend D.Azizov/
The newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belgium to Uzbekistan with residence in Moscow Guy Trouveroy handed the copies of his credentials addressed to President Karimov to the leadership of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic on Friday, the Foreign Ministry said.
During the meeting, the sides discussed state and prospects of bilateral Uzbek-Belgian relations both in Uzbekistan - European Union format and within international organizations.
The proposals of the parties to deepen parliamentary relations and contacts in other areas were also considered.
It was noted that the preferential treatment in current bilateral trade provides a real opportunity to significantly expand trade and economic cooperation. The realization of joint investment projects in the agro-processing, textile, food, pharmaceutical, chemical, electrical and other industries, tourism is of mutual interest.
The sides also exchanged views on topical international and regional issues during the meeting.