The Center for Foreign Policy Research and International Initiatives of Uzbekistan Visits CAREC Institute

The CAREC Institute received a delegation from the Center for Foreign Policy Research and International Initiatives under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan (the Center), led by Director Sanjar Valiev and joined by senior experts from the Center and the Ministry. They were welcomed by CAREC Institute Director Charymuhammet Shallyyev, Deputy Director One Kouqing Li, and colleagues.

During the meeting, the two sides shared their institutional mandates, recent activities, and future cooperation priorities. The CAREC Institute presented its forthcoming Strategy 2026–2030, outlining plans for cross border research collaboration and capacity building in Central Asia. Building on this, they discussed recent research achievements and explored opportunities for joint studies in areas such as sustainable development, regional connectivity, and digital transformation. The Uzbek delegation expressed strong interest in contributing to these initiatives and proposed organizing expert exchanges and policy dialogues in the coming year.

To further facilitate the collaboration, the CAREC Institute invited the Center to participate in the Tianshan Forum for Central Asia Economic Cooperation and the CAREC Think Tank Development Forum, both scheduled for December, as platforms for exchanging insights and building regional partnerships.
“Strengthening partnerships with leading research institutions is vital for fostering evidence based policymaking and promoting regional connectivity,” said Director Shallyyev.

Mr. Valiev stated that the Center is ready to support the CAREC Institute’s work and to engage more closely with universities, policymakers, and government agencies in Uzbekistan.