Iran–Uzbekistan relations

Last updated
Iran-Uzbekistan relations
Iran Uzbekistan Locator.svg
Flag of Iran.svg
Iran
Flag of Uzbekistan.svg
Uzbekistan

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

Contents

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 on increasing their trade volume with Iran, by expanding bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation with Iran, according to Mehr News. [5]

See also

Related Research Articles

India, officially the Republic of India, has full diplomatic relations with 201 states, including Palestine, the Holy See, and Niue. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is the government agency responsible for the conduct of foreign relations of India. With the world's third largest military expenditure, second largest armed force, fifth largest economy by GDP nominal rates and third largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity, India is a prominent regional power and a rising superpower.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Foreign relations of Tajikistan</span>

Foreign relations of Tajikistan are based on a desire to secure foreign investment and promote regional security while ensuring Tajikistan's independence. Sirodjidin Aslov is the current Foreign’s Minister of Tajikistan.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Economic Cooperation Organization</span> Asian political and economic intergovernmental organization

The Economic Cooperation Organization or ECO is a Eurasian political and economic intergovernmental organization that was founded in 1985 in Tehran by the leaders of Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey. It provides a platform to discuss ways to improve development and promote trade and investment opportunities. The ECO is an ad hoc organisation under the United Nations Charter. The objective is to establish a single market for goods and services, much like the European Union. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the ECO expanded to include Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan in 1992.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Armenia–Iran relations</span> Bilateral relations

Bilateral relations exist between Armenia and Iran. Despite religious and ideological differences, relations between the two states remain extensively cordial and both are strategic partners in the region. Armenia and Iran are both neighbouring countries in Western Asia and share a common land border that is 44 kilometres (27 mi) in length.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Pakistan–Turkey relations</span> Bilateral relations

Pakistan–Turkey relations are the bilateral relations between Pakistan and Turkey. Pakistan has an embassy in Ankara, a Consulate-General in Istanbul and an honorary consulate in İzmir whereas, Turkey has an embassy in Islamabad, a Consulate-General in Karachi and Lahore and honorary consulates in Peshawar, Sialkot and Faisalabad. As of 2016, in a joint communique, Pakistan and Turkey plan to strengthen their close ties into a strategic partnership.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Croatia–Iran relations</span> Bilateral relations

Croatia and Iran established diplomatic relations on April 18, 1992 when Iran became the 7th country in the world and the first among Asian and Muslim-majority countries to recognize the newly independent Croatia. Croatia has an embassy in Tehran while Iran has an embassy and a cultural center in Zagreb. Relations among two countries are described as good and friendly.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bulgaria–Uzbekistan relations</span> Bilateral relations

Bulgaria–Uzbekistan relations are foreign relations between Bulgaria and Uzbekistan. Both countries established diplomatic relations on September 12, 1992. Bulgaria has an embassy in Tashkent. Uzbekistan is represented in Bulgaria through a non resident ambassador based in Tashkent Both countries are full members of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Egypt–Japan relations</span> Bilateral relations

Egypt–Japan relations are foreign relations between Egypt and Japan. Such relations are described by the Egyptian ambassador to Japan as a "very strong friendship", with embassies mutually established. At present, the two nations maintain a cordial relationship with strong economic and trade relations. Since the formal diplomatic relations were established, both countries have kept embassies in each other's capitals, demonstrating a dedication to continued communication and cooperation. Bilateral connections have been strengthened via a history of friendly exchanges and frequent visits between the two countries at different governmental levels. Their interactions are mostly shaped by their economic and trade ties, which include major Japanese investment in Egypt and a thriving exchange of goods and services. This economic involvement is backed by a variety of agreements that ease trade, protect investments, and promote mutual growth. Currently, Egypt and Japan have a friendly and cooperative relationship based on common interests and a commitment to regional stability and prosperity. This connection has grown to include considerable cultural exchanges and educational collaborations, strengthening the two countries' already strong ties.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Brazil–European Union relations</span> Bilateral relations

Brazil and the European Union established diplomatic relations in 1960. The European Union and Brazil have close historical, cultural, economic and political ties. At the 1st EU-Brazil summit, in 2007, Brazil entered in a strategic partnership with the European Union, strengthening their ties. This new relationship places Brazil high on the EU's political map.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kazakhstan–European Union relations</span> Bilateral relations

European Union–Kazakhstan relations are the international relations between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the common foreign policy and trade relations of the European Union.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Iran–South Korea relations</span> Bilateral relations

Iran and South Korea have had diplomatic relations since 1962. Throughout history, the two countries have maintained a normal relationship despite South Korea's close relationship with the United States, and Iran's close relationship with North Korea. However, many South Koreans disapprove of Iran's nuclear program and its open alliance with North Korea, sometimes leading the South Korean government to sanction Iran.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Iran–Philippines relations</span> Bilateral relations

Iran–Philippines relations refer to foreign relations between Iran and the Philippines. Diplomatic relations were established on January 22, 1964. There is a community of thousands of Iranians in the Philippines including many international students drawn by the country's low-cost English education.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Mexico–United Arab Emirates relations</span> Bilateral relations

Mexico–United Arab Emirates relations are the diplomatic relations between Mexico and the United Arab Emirates. Both nations are members of the United Nations.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Estonia–Mexico relations</span> Bilateral relations of Estonia and Mexico

Estonia–Mexico relations are the bilateral relations between Estonia and Mexico. Both nations are members of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">China–Georgia relations</span> Bilateral relations

Diplomatic relations between the People's Republic of China and Georgia were established on 9 June 1992. Since then, bilateral ties have advanced gradually and mostly focused on economic cooperation. China has an embassy in Tbilisi, and Georgia has an embassy in Beijing. By 2017, China had become Georgia's fourth largest trading partner and the second largest exporting market for Georgian wine. China has been appreciative of Georgia's commitment to One-China policy and has in turn respected Georgia's territorial integrity by refusing to recognize the Russian-backed separatist regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Georgia, for its part, has been increasingly attractive for China as a transportation hub and one of the shortest routes for Chinese goods on their way to the European Union.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kyrgyzstan–Turkmenistan relations</span> Bilateral relations

The two central Asian countries have shared relations for centuries, having previously been part of the former Soviet Union. The relations between the two nations mainly include economic, diplomatic and cultural ties. Both Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan are Turkic nations with similar cuisines, languages and cultures.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Azerbaijan–Saudi Arabia relations</span> Bilateral relations

Azerbaijan–Saudi Arabia relations are the bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Azerbaijan–Lebanon relations</span> Bilateral relations

Bilateral relations exist between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Lebanese Republic in diplomatic, socio-economic, cultural and other spheres.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">South Korea–Uzbekistan relations</span> Diplomatic relations between South Korea and the Republic of Uzbekistan

South Korea-Uzbekistan relations are the international relations between South Korea and Uzbekistan.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Egypt–Thailand relations</span> Bilateral relations

Egypt and Thailand began diplomatic relations in 1954. Egypt is the first Arab nation with whom Thailand has formal diplomatic ties. There are no political disputes between the two parties, and they have improved their mutual collaboration and established cordial connections in a number of sectors through the use of the current mechanisms—political consultation at the senior official level and the Joint Commission at the foreign ministry level. The two nations are members of the G20 developing nations, Non-Aligned Movement and the World Trade Organization (WTO).

References

  1. "The Secretariat of Economic Cooperation Organization". Economic Cooperation Organization . Archived from the original on 2016-04-14. Retrieved 2017-01-23.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  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. 1 2 "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.