Iran–Uzbekistan relations

Iran-Uzbekistan relations

Iran	Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan and Iran share deep cultural and historical ties. Both countries are members of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO). ^[1]

Importance

Iran is an Islamic theocracy, while Uzbekistan is a Secular presidential defective democracy. ^[2] The two nations have been apprehensive on their difference of politics, but still have been active in improving their relations. ^[3] They also have ancient cultural ties with each other, with Uzbekistan being a part of Ancient Persia, Sogdiana, and Bactria. It is considered a part of Greater Iran.

Trade

Iran and Uzbekistan have signed bilateral agreements to cooperate in various fields including, agriculture, transport, oil and gas production, construction, pharmaceuticals, and banking. ^[4] The two nations have also worked on overland links and other joint ventures.

Uzbekistan exports many commodities to Iran including cotton, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, fertilizers, and chemical fibers. Iran exports construction materials, detergents, foods, tea, and fruits to Uzbekistan. The Iranian-Uzbekistan trade turnover exceeded $600 million in 2008. ^[4]

In 2018, Uzbekistan's ambassador to Iran stated that they intend to increase their trade volume with Iran, by expanding bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation with Iran, according to Mehr News. ^[5]

In February 2025, the $400 transit fee for each entry of the two side cargo vehicles was mutually canceled. ^{[6] [7]}

Resident diplomatic missions

• Iran has an embassy in Tashkent.
• Uzbekistan has an embassy in Tehran.

See also

• Foreign relations of Iran
• Foreign relations of Uzbekistan

References

1. "The Secretariat of Economic Cooperation Organization". Economic Cooperation Organization . Archived from the original on 2016-04-14. Retrieved 2017-01-23.
2. "Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan". ksu.uz. Archived from the original on 2016-06-27. Retrieved 2014-12-24.
3. "Uzbekistan – The Middle East and Pakistan". Countrystudies.us. Archived from the original on 2016-11-03. Retrieved 2013-09-06.
4. "Central Asia At Close Range". Archived from the original on 2009-08-21. Retrieved 2017-01-23.
5. "Uzbekistan keen on expanding economic ties with Iran". Archived from the original on 2019-12-27. Retrieved 2020-05-10.
6. "Uzbekistan Lifts $400 Transit Fee for Iranian Fleet" . Retrieved 2025-02-04.
7. "Iran reduces fees for Uzbek transporters by US$400" . Retrieved 2025-02-04.