Belarus-Uzbekistan interparliamentary contacts discussed in Minsk
10.08.2026
MINSK (
BelTA) – The prospects for Belarus-Uzbekistan interparliamentary cooperation were discussed on 10 August at a meeting between Chairman of the House of Representatives Igor Sergeyenko and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uzbekistan to Belarus Nuriddin Mamajonov, BelTA has learned.
Igor Sergeyenko congratulated the new ambassador on the start of his diplomatic mission in Belarus. “You are an experienced diplomat with solid training and a considerable track record, including work in the central apparatus, in several countries, and in practical assignments. I am confident that your activities will contribute to the further development of Belarus-Uzbekistan relations, which are, of course, built on a foundation of friendship, mutual trust, and respect,” he said.
“Today we see how dynamically relations between our countries are developing. The momentum for bilateral relations comes from our leaders. Just a month ago, the state visit of the president of Uzbekistan to Belarus took place, which we consider historic. A declaration on establishing strategic partnership was signed, and this places a serious responsibility on our countries, including our parliaments, in building further relations,” Igor Sergeyenko noted.
The chairman of the House of Representatives emphasized that amid geopolitical tensions, it is necessary to strengthen cooperation based on the principles of solidarity and mutual support in a number of international organizations. “In early September, your country will host the 12th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, which is testament to Uzbekistan’s high international standing. Belarus will take part and will send its representatives,” he added.
He went on saying that trade and economic ties also underpin relations between the two countries. “We have practically brought our trade turnover close to $1 billion. The goal is to double that figure by 2030. It is clear that the basis of economic relations is, among other things, interregional cooperation. The holding of forums also contributes to this,” Igor Sergeyenko said.
Nuriddin Mamajonov noted that working in Belarus is a new and distinctive diplomatic experience for him.
Sergei Rachkov, Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Standing Commission on International Affairs, emphasized that interparliamentary ties have been expanding in recent years. “Friendship groups operate in the parliaments; we exchange visits and participate in various international events hosted by each other,” he said. “In addition to developing interparliamentary ties and political dialogue, considerable attention is paid to trade and economic matters. Very good cooperation is developing in this area.”
“Belarus is primarily interested in supplying its equipment to Uzbekistan. With its mining industry, Uzbekistan is a natural market for our heavy trucks. And since it is also an agricultural country, there are numerous points of contact between our two nations,” Sergei Rachkov stated.
He said the countries are making use of these opportunities, supporting each other both in domestic development and on international platforms. “Today is our first meeting with the new ambassador. It is always an exciting moment, first and foremost, I think, for the new ambassador. But Belarus and Uzbekistan are friendly countries; we respect, value, and support each other,” the MP concluded.
Igor Sergeyenko congratulated the new ambassador on the start of his diplomatic mission in Belarus. “You are an experienced diplomat with solid training and a considerable track record, including work in the central apparatus, in several countries, and in practical assignments. I am confident that your activities will contribute to the further development of Belarus-Uzbekistan relations, which are, of course, built on a foundation of friendship, mutual trust, and respect,” he said.
“Today we see how dynamically relations between our countries are developing. The momentum for bilateral relations comes from our leaders. Just a month ago, the state visit of the president of Uzbekistan to Belarus took place, which we consider historic. A declaration on establishing strategic partnership was signed, and this places a serious responsibility on our countries, including our parliaments, in building further relations,” Igor Sergeyenko noted.
The chairman of the House of Representatives emphasized that amid geopolitical tensions, it is necessary to strengthen cooperation based on the principles of solidarity and mutual support in a number of international organizations. “In early September, your country will host the 12th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, which is testament to Uzbekistan’s high international standing. Belarus will take part and will send its representatives,” he added.
He went on saying that trade and economic ties also underpin relations between the two countries. “We have practically brought our trade turnover close to $1 billion. The goal is to double that figure by 2030. It is clear that the basis of economic relations is, among other things, interregional cooperation. The holding of forums also contributes to this,” Igor Sergeyenko said.
Nuriddin Mamajonov noted that working in Belarus is a new and distinctive diplomatic experience for him.
Sergei Rachkov, Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Standing Commission on International Affairs, emphasized that interparliamentary ties have been expanding in recent years. “Friendship groups operate in the parliaments; we exchange visits and participate in various international events hosted by each other,” he said. “In addition to developing interparliamentary ties and political dialogue, considerable attention is paid to trade and economic matters. Very good cooperation is developing in this area.”
“Belarus is primarily interested in supplying its equipment to Uzbekistan. With its mining industry, Uzbekistan is a natural market for our heavy trucks. And since it is also an agricultural country, there are numerous points of contact between our two nations,” Sergei Rachkov stated.
He said the countries are making use of these opportunities, supporting each other both in domestic development and on international platforms. “Today is our first meeting with the new ambassador. It is always an exciting moment, first and foremost, I think, for the new ambassador. But Belarus and Uzbekistan are friendly countries; we respect, value, and support each other,” the MP concluded.