Iran–Uzbekistan relations

Iran-Uzbekistan relations

Iran
Uzbekistan

Iran–Uzbekistan relations refers to the diplomatic relations between the two Middle-eastern countries, Uzbekistan and Iran, which have deep cultural and historical ties between them. Both countries are members of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO). [1]

Importance

Iran is an Islamic theocracy, while Uzbekistan is a secular democracy.[2] The two nations have been apprehensive on their difference of politics, but still have been active in improving their relations.[3]

Trade

Iran and Uzbekistan have agreements between themselves to cooperate in various fields including, agriculture, transport, oil and gas production, construction, pharmaceuticals and banking.[4] The two nations have also worked on overland links and other joint ventures.

Uzbekistan exports many commodities to Iran including cotton, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, fertilizers and chemical fibers. Iran exports construction materials, detergents, foods, tea and fruits to Uzbekistan. The Iranian-Uzbekistan trade turnover exceeded $600 million in 2008.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Economic Cooperation Organization's Official Website".
  2. ↑ "Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan". ksu.uz. Retrieved 24 December 2014.
  3. ↑ "Uzbekistan - The Middle East and Pakistan". Countrystudies.us. Retrieved 2013-09-06.
  4. 1 2 http://www.iran-daily.com/1388/3475/html/economy.htm Archived August 21, 2009, at the Wayback Machine.


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