Uzbekistan's Deputy Prime Minister, Jamshid Khodjaev, led a delegation to Geneva in a pivotal week, making significant strides in the nation's bid to join the World Trade Organization (WTO). The week included bilateral negotiations and the 7th Working Party Meeting (WPM) on Uzbekistan's WTO accession.
Highlights:
Signed Protocols: Uzbekistan concluded successful Market Access (MA) negotiations with Turkey, Mongolia, and Saudi Arabia, signing Protocols that signify strengthened trade ties.
Goods Market Access Completed: Negotiations on Goods Market Access (MA) were successfully completed, demonstrating Uzbekistan's commitment to aligning with global trade norms.
Advancements with 10 Member States: Headway was made in MA negotiations with 10 WTO member states, showcasing Uzbekistan's proactive engagement with diverse trading partners.
Double Working Party Meetings: Hosting two Working Party Meetings in a single year reflects Uzbekistan's accelerated negotiation pace and commitment to the accession process.
Substantive 7th WPM: The 7th Working Party Meeting was described as substantive and fruitful, covering crucial topics for Uzbekistan's integration into global trade.
Transitioning to Draft WPR: Progress was made in transitioning to the Draft Elements of the Working Party Report (WPR), a key step in meeting WTO requirements.
Deputy Prime Minister Khodjaev expressed gratitude to the Uzbekistan WTO team, acknowledging the support from WTO members and the Secretariat, particularly recognizing Maika Oshikawa for her significant contributions.
Earlier Daryo reported that on November 17, Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjaev provided an extensive address during the 7th working group meeting on Uzbekistan's WTO membership, outlining the nation's ambitious quest for accession.
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