{"id":53632,"date":"2025-10-21T06:35:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T06:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=53632"},"modified":"2025-10-21T06:35:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T06:35:24","slug":"tourism-as-a-bridge-for-cooperation-between-uzbekistan-and-the-eu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/tourism-as-a-bridge-for-cooperation-between-uzbekistan-and-the-eu\/","title":{"rendered":"Tourism as a bridge for cooperation between Uzbekistan and the EU"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Umid Shadiev,<\/strong>
\nChairman of the Tourism Committee<\/em><\/p>\n

In recent years, tourism has become one of the priority areas in Uzbekistan\u2019s foreign economic strategy. As part of this policy, the country is actively strengthening its partnership with the European Union, turning the tourism sector into a powerful driver of economic growth, cultural exchange, and enhanced international reputation.<\/p>\n

Collaboration with the EU encompasses a broad spectrum of initiatives: from joint infrastructure and digital projects to promoting tourism on the global stage. A significant milestone was the first \u201cCentral Asia \u2013 European Union\u201d summit held in April 2025 in Samarkand. A declaration on strategic partnership was adopted at the summit, highlighting the importance of tourism development.<\/p>\n

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, put forward the \u201cOne Tour \u2013 The Whole Region\u201d initiative, aimed at unifying Central Asian tourist routes in line with EU standards. The goal is to simplify visa procedures, promote cultural exchange, and make travel across the region more accessible and appealing to European tourists.<\/p>\n

Cultural cooperation has become a key element of this partnership. One of the most notable events was the large-scale production of the ballet Lazgi, which symbolized the cultural dialogue between Uzbekistan and the countries of Europe.<\/p>\n

Uzbekistan is also participating in international programs such as Horizon Europe, which contribute to the development of scientific and educational potential, directly impacting the quality of tourism services.<\/p>\n

The economic benefits are already noticeable. In 2025, Uzbekistan expects to welcome over 11 million foreign tourists, with industry revenues projected to reach $4 billion. To achieve these goals, the country is actively modernizing its infrastructure and implementing digital solutions in the tourism sector.<\/p>\n

A New Gateway for Pakistani Travelers and Global Connections: Uzbekistan Airways Expands Tashkent-Islamabad Flights<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n