Summit of Leaders: Trump and Central Asian Presidents Converge in Washington

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Washington, with discussions focusing on trade, investment, and regional security. The meeting comes amid Trump's visit to Asia and strengthened ties with Uzbekistan, evidenced by a new deal with Boeing.

U.S. President Donald Trump is slated to meet with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Washington next week, as announced by Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau after his visit to Uzbekistan. This meeting aims to enhance relations between the two nations, focusing on trade and regional security.

The visit is expected to be pivotal, with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev also planning to attend the upcoming U.S.-Central Asia summit in Washington on November 6. This follows Trump's ongoing tour in Asia, where he is engaging with leaders like Chinese President Xi Jinping, in strategic discussions.

In a recent development, Uzbekistan Airways signed an $8 billion agreement with Boeing, marking significant progress in the aviation sector. The discussions between Landau, Saida Mirziyoyeva, and U.S. envoy Sergio Gor highlighted Uzbekistan's dynamic reforms and potential for future trade collaborations.

(With inputs from agencies.)