BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 4. Serbia identified Uzbekistan as one of its principal partners in Central Asia as the two countries discussed steps to deepen bilateral ties, including stronger economic cooperation, direct flights and the opening of a Serbian embassy in Tashkent, during talks in Belgrade.
This was reflected in the statement by the Serbia's Foreign Ministry following the third round of bilateral political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries.
Djuric said relations between Serbia and Uzbekistan have continued to strengthen, citing the intensification of political dialogue following Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's state visit to Uzbekistan last year, during which the two countries signed 12 bilateral agreements. He also noted the importance of a visit by a Serbian Foreign Ministry delegation to Tashkent earlier this year in advancing bilateral cooperation.
"Serbia considers Uzbekistan one of its key partners in Central Asia," Djuric said, according to the Serbian Foreign Ministry.
The Serbian minister thanked Uzbekistan for its consistent support for Serbia's sovereignty and territorial integrity and welcomed Uzbekistan's planned participation in events marking the 65th anniversary of the First Conference of the Non-Aligned Movement in Belgrade, as well as its participation in Expo 2027.
Economic cooperation featured prominently in the discussions. Djuric said there is significant untapped potential for expanding bilateral trade and investment and welcomed plans to hold the first session of the Joint Commission on Trade, Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation in Belgrade later this year.
He also highlighted Serbia's intention to open an embassy in Tashkent and establish a direct Belgrade-Tashkent air route, describing both initiatives as important steps toward strengthening business ties and people-to-people contacts.
According to the ministry, the officials also discussed strengthening parliamentary cooperation and advancing jointly agreed projects as part of broader efforts to elevate bilateral relations.
Djuric thanked Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov for his greetings and expressed confidence that continued political dialogue and practical cooperation would help deepen the friendship between the two countries and lay the groundwork for a future strategic partnership.
