Spain and Uzbekistan sign key agreements to boost investment and legal certainty

 

Minister España, José Manuel Albares, has met with the Minister of Uzbekistán, Bakhtiyor Saidovto sign diplomatic cooperation agreements and boost bilateral investment in strategic sectors such as energy and connectivity under the new strategy for Asia Central.

 

Strengthening of institutional and commercial presence

 

During the meeting, the head of Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación He emphasized the strength of the ties between the two states. This relationship reached a significant milestone in 2022 with the establishment of a diplomatic antenna in the Central Asian country, a measure that has allowed for a key institutional strengthening for the foreign trade.

 

As highlighted José Manuel AlbaresThis deployment seeks to create the optimal conditions to encourage the flow of investment in both directions. España aims to position itself as a preferred partner for Uzbekistán in areas of high technical specialization and sustainability.

 

• Connectivity: Improvement of transport and logistics infrastructure.
• Energy: Joint projects within the framework of the energy transition.
• Sustainable agriculture: Transfer of Spanish agricultural technology.
• Culture: Deepening of academic and cultural exchanges.

 

Category	Details of the Meeting
Date of the meeting	April 7th 2026
Headquarters	Palacio de Viana, Madrid
Strategic Framework	Strategy España all with Asia-Pacífico 2026-2029
Previous milestone	Diplomatic antenna in Uzbekistán (2022)

 

Geopolitics and Strategy Asia-Pacific 2026-2029

 

The meeting is part of the launch of the Strategy España all with Asia-Pacífico 2026-2029This document gives priority to relations with Uzbekistánrecognizing the region's growing geopolitical weight for the interests of the Unión Europea and the potential derived from its current process of economic transformation.

 

In the area of ​​global stability, the ministers have analyzed the situation in IránThe Spanish minister expressed deep concern about the regional impact of the conflict and reiterated the official position of Spain: the outright rejection of war and the urgent need for all parties involved to cease attacks in order to begin an immediate de-escalation.

 

Signing of bilateral agreements at the Viana Palace

 

The workday in the Palacio de Viana has culminated in the signing of three international legal instruments aimed at streamlining political and technical dialogue between Madrid y Taskent:

 

1. Visa exemption: Reciprocal agreement for holders of diplomatic passports, facilitating the mobility of senior officials and representatives of the State.

2. Political consultations: Cooperation program between the respective ministries to institutionalize dialogue on matters of mutual interest.

3. Academic cooperation: Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Escuelas Diplomáticas of both countries for training and knowledge exchange.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Spain-Uzbekistan match

 

Which economic sectors are a priority for Spanish companies in Uzbekistan?

According to what was discussed at the meeting, the areas of greatest interest are connectivity, energy, sustainable agriculture, and the cultural industry, where España It seeks to position itself as a strategic partner for the development of the Asian country.

 

How does the Asia-Pacific Strategy 2026-2029 affect this relationship?

This strategy places Uzbekistán and the rest of Asia Central in a prominent place on the Spanish foreign policy agenda, recognizing the investment opportunities arising from the region's economic transformation.

 

What specific agreements were signed during Bakhtiyor Saidov's visit?

Three key documents have been ratified: the visa exemption for diplomatic passports, a program of political consultations between ministries, and a memorandum of cooperation between the Escuelas Diplomáticas.