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On 29 January, the Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Julius Pranevičius, met with Uzbekistan's Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olimjon Abdullaev. They discussed bilateral political and economic cooperation, migration, and the integration of Uzbek citizens. They also covered the European Union’s relations with Uzbekistan, the implementation of sanctions, and other relevant international agenda topics.

On 29 January, the Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Julius Pranevičius, met with Uzbekistan's Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olimjon Abdullaev. They discussed bilateral political and economic cooperation, migration and the integration of Uzbek citizens. They also covered the European Union’s relations with Uzbekistan, the implementation of sanctions, and other relevant international agenda topics.

“We understand the economic and energy dependence of Central Asian countries on Russia, but we urge the region’s leaders to educate their societies more about the threat posed by Russia’s imperial ambitions, to support Ukraine on its difficult path to victory, and also to choose reliable partners in restructuring energy, trade, resource supply, and logistics networks,” said Vice-Minister Pranevičius.

The Vice-Minister emphasized the importance of joint actions to prevent circumvention of sanctions against Russia and urged Uzbekistan to strengthen cooperation in this area with European Union institutions and member states, including Lithuania.

Presenting Lithuania's achievements in green energy, Pranevičius invited Uzbekistan to take advantage of Lithuania's experience in implementing solar power plants in the country.

"The transition to a 'green economy' will help reduce the spread of water scarcity, desertification, pollution, and other environmental threats that impact the regional security of Central Asia," added the Vice-Minister.

The Vice-Ministers also discussed the agreement between Uzbekistan and the European Union on the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation, which is expected to be signed later this year. After the agreement comes into force, it will open pathways for Uzbekistan (o gal nebūtinai?) to strengthen ties with the European Union, including Lithuania.