On November 28 of this year, at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, a meeting was held with Member of the European Parliament, rapporteur on Uzbekistan Ilhan Kyuchyuk.

The event was also attended by First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis Sodyq Safoev, Ambassador of the European Union to Uzbekistan Charlotte Adrian, Managing Director of the European Neighborhood Council Samuel Doveri, as well as professors and students of the university.

Introducing the guests, Rector of UWED Sodyq Safoev emphasized that they are long-time friends of our country, making a great contribution to strengthening the multifaceted relations of Uzbekistan with the European Union.

“During their stay in Uzbekistan, the delegation led by Ilhan Kyuchyuk held many important meetings. Of course, this visit will serve to further expand relations between our country and the European Union, raising it to a new level,” said S. Safoev.

As part of the meeting, a solemn ceremony was held to confer upon Ilhan Kyuchyuk the title of Honorary Doctor of UWED.

“It is a great honor for me to meet with students and teachers, as well as to become an Honorary Doctor of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy. I will continue to work to strengthen relations between Uzbekistan and the European Union,” said I. Kyuchyuk.

In his speech, the Member of the European Parliament focused on bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and the European Union, listing important steps to strengthen cooperation between the parties.

The students asked the guests many questions regarding EU integration, educational exchange programs, the Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities, as well as prospects for bilateral cooperation.