Iran Press/ Asia: Uzbekistan has successfully concluded negotiations with China regarding its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), marking a significant milestone in the country's journey toward joining the global trade body. The announcement was made by Azizbek Urunov, the President’s Special Representative for WTO Affairs.
Urunov described his recent visit to Beijing as "brief but productive," during which he held talks with Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Li Fei and Department Director Li Defeng. "The end of the year has been crucial for our WTO accession efforts. We have finalized negotiations with two major trading powers — the United States and China. Agreements have now been reached with 22 countries, with only a few remaining," Urunov stated.
Earlier this month, Uzbekistan wrapped up 14 months of negotiations with the United States, signaling a strong commitment to advancing its trade agenda. In 2023 alone, other countries, including Israel, Brazil, and Sri Lanka, have also expressed support for Uzbekistan’s accession.
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