The United Kingdom's trade envoy to Azerbaijan and Central Asia Lord John Alderdice will pay his first official visit to Uzbekistan from February 14 to 20.

Preparations for the visit were discussed during Alderdice’s meeting with Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, The Caspian Post reports via local media.

Focus on Trade and Infrastructure

During the talks, the sides reviewed organizational and substantive aspects of the upcoming trip. The visit is expected to center on expanding trade and investment cooperation between the two countries.

Key events on the agenda include:

Negotiations with Uzbek partners on boosting bilateral economic ties

The Uzbek-British Infrastructure Conference

Discussions on cooperation in education

Strengthening cultural and humanitarian exchanges