ADDRESS BY SHAVKAT MIRZIYOYEV AT THE IXTH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ASIAN INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT BANK

On September 25, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the inaugural session of the IX Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, held in Samarkand.

The main theme of the summit was “Building sustainable infrastructure for all”. The agenda includes topical issues of the global economy and finance, strategic programs and infrastructure development plans in Asia and other regions of the world.

– I am very pleased to meet you in Uzbekistan, in the ancient and eternally young city of Samarkand, -said the President. The Ninth Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is being held for the first time in our region. We believe that the choice of Uzbekistan for this prestigious conference is a good example of our cooperation based on mutual respect and trust. Indeed, in recent years, the New Uzbekistan has become an international platform for dialogue to discuss and find effective solutions to important global and regional issues.

Some 2,000 representatives from more than 100 countries around the world are attending our conference today. You will learn about our country’s rapid reforms, favorable investment and business environment, and outline new directions of mutually beneficial cooperation. I believe that the city of Samarkand, which embodies the rich history and modern image of our country, will leave an unforgettable impression on you.

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