India and Uzbekistan deepen ties through 11 new agreements, expanding collaboration TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN / RankWire.AI / – Following high-level discussions in Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev declared this enhancement during Modi’s state visit on August 29 to 30. The leaders examined cooperation across sectors such as trade, investment, transport, digital technology, energy, and critical minerals. Their discussions also encompassed healthcare, pharmaceuticals, education, regional security, and regional issues.India-Uzbekistan ties enter a broader phase spanning trade, technology and security. Trade relations played a significant role in the dialogue, with Uzbekistan reporting bilateral trade of $1.3 billion in 2025, which reflects a 33% year-over-year growth. The two nations aim to increase trade to $5 billion by 2030. Additionally, the number of joint ventures has grown sevenfold in recent years. Currently, they operate 14 direct flights weekly, and four Indian universities have campuses in Uzbekistan. Both governments also agreed to establish a mechanism at the foreign ministers level to oversee bilateral commitments. A dedicated joint working group will focus on addressing non-tariff barriers and investment obstacles. Furthermore, both sides will evaluate next steps after completing a feasibility study for a Preferential Trade Agreement, prioritizing industries such as energy, metallurgy,
