Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are set to deepen bilateral ties as their leaders prepare for an informal meeting in the historic city of Bukhara.

The talks will take place on April 11 between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, The Caspian Post reports via Kazakh media.

The two leaders are expected to discuss ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership and alliance between the neighboring countries, which have steadily expanded cooperation in recent years.

In addition to bilateral relations, the meeting will also address key regional developments and shared challenges across Central Asia.