Putin and Karimov talked behind closed doors almost two hours longer than planned. As it turned out, seriously discussed the situation in Central Asia, which raises its head religious extremism and terrorism. And the upcoming withdrawal of international forces from Afghanistan raises the question of how to maintain military-political stability in the region near Russia’s southern borders. Uzbekistan is a constant danger. However, as it is today acknowledged by the leaders, their understanding of the threats are almost identical, reports NTV correspondent Alexei Kondulukov .
Islam Karimov , the president of Uzbekistan: “What is particularly a matter of grave concern ?? this creeping expansion of militant extremism and religious radicalism, and not only on the territory of Central Asia and beyond. Subject to any adverse developments in the security vacuum in Afghanistan can in a very short time to fill a variety of destructive terr orist groups ».
The economic part of the negotiations was no less intense. Presidents now have speculated as to increase the already rather big turnover.
Vladimir Putin , President of the Russian Federation: “We are pleased and satisfied with the fact that Russia confidently holds first place among the trade partners of Uzbekistan in turnover. Uzbekistan is also a preferred partner in trade with Russia. However, we believe that much more can and should be done to increase the turnover ».
The Russian president today expressed the hope that the Uzbek farmers to supply more products to our market and took it a strong position, and for a long time. In turn, Russia is actively investing in the energy sector of Uzbekistan.
Also today at the residence of the Uzbek president identified the main directions of economic cooperation between the countries until 2019. Signed documents and a protocol of cooperation in combating the drug menace and the settlement of financial disputes.
Details ?? in the report.
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