The Ministry for Foreign Trade hosted a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Philippines to the Republic of Uzbekistan with the residence in Tehran, Wilfredo C. Santos.

The Ministry for Foreign Trade hosted a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Philippines to the Republic of Uzbekistan with the residence in Tehran, Wilfredo C. Santos.

During the meeting, the Uzbek side noted the importance of formation of a legal framework for cooperation between the two countries. In turn, Wilfredo C. Santos informed the Uzbek side about the course of foreign policy of the new government of the Philippines aimed at establishing partnership with both traditional and non-traditional partners.

One of the most promising areas for cooperation of the two countries is the agricultural sector. The delegation of the Philippines expressed interest in organizing the systemic supply of tropical fruits. The Uzbek side informed members of the delegation about the availability in Uzbekistan of production of a wide range of fruits and vegetables, which has significant potential in the markets of the countries of the Asia-Pacific region.

As reported by the Ministry for Foreign Trade, issues of cooperation in the sphere of textile production were discussed. Deputy Minister for Foreign Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan S.Saifnazarov suggested considering establishment of joint ventures in Uzbekistan for production of finished textile products.

The sides also agreed to cooperate in promotion of mutual trade, including through establishment of close contacts between the businesspeople of Uzbekistan and the Philippines.