New Uzbekistan: On the Path to Global Social Justice (Based on the Outcomes of the Second World Summit for Social Development)

Against the backdrop of deepening global challenges from rising hunger and poverty to climate instability the Second World Summit for Social Development was held in Doha on November 4–6, 2025. Amid growing inequality, demographic shifts, and rapid technological and environmental transformations, the World Summit provided a crucial platform for global dialogue and collective action.

Dialogue Without Borders: How Central Asian Countries Are Strengthening Cooperation

“The future of our region is shaped by every state of Central Asia. A solid foundation and a guarantee of its sustainable development and prosperity lie in the readiness and sincere desire for cooperation, as well as in the shared responsibility of all Central Asian nations for their common future. Our main goal is to jointly turn Central Asia into a stable, economically developed, and prosperous region.” These words, spoken by President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev back in 2017, resonate with particular significance today.

Significant decisions adopted by the heads of state of Central Asia

On November 16, following the seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, a Joint Statement was adopted.

Address by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia

I sincerely welcome you at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia.

Welcome to Uzbekistan!

Today is a truly historic day for our fraternal peoples. We are making a principal decision on the accession of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the format of Consultative Meetings as a full-fledged member.

Awarding ceremony for the “Kelajak Merosi” winners takes place

As part of the visit to the Center for Islamic Civilization, the Presidents of the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan took part in a solemn award ceremony for the laureates of the international “Kelajak Merosi” award.

Leaders of Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan visit the Center for Islamic Civilization

The Presidents of the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan, who arrived in Uzbekistan to participate in the seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of the region, visited the Center for Islamic Civilization in the city of Tashkent.

A solid package of agreements signed to further strengthen strategic partnership and alliance with Kazakhstan

Following productive talks, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a Joint Statement.

Heads of state give start to new cooperation projects

Following the second meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in a ceremony on launching major cooperation projects.

The leaders of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan hold the second meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council

The second meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council was held at the Kuksaroy Residence under the chairmanship of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Leaders: New Opportunities for Investment and Industrial Cooperation

The consultative meetings of Central Asian heads of state are gradually becoming a key mechanism for developing common approaches to regional economic development. Uzbekistan acts as an active initiator of integration processes aimed at strengthening mutual trade, developing industrial cooperation, and creating sustainable transport and logistics chains. Today, the region is shifting from political dialogue to practical partnership based on investment, innovation, and industrialization.