Uzbekistan and Iran will expand cooperation in the field of transportation and logistics.
Uzbekistan's Transport Minister Makhmov met with a delegation led by Iran's Roads Minister Sadaj. The parties discussed increasing cargo transportation, reducing transportation costs and simplifying cargo transportation procedures. The development of road, rail and air communication, the opening of new transport corridors and the use of the capabilities of Iran's ports are also discussed.
It was noted that for the implementation of the agreements a joint working group headed by the Deputy Ministers of Transport of the two countries will be established. Its mission is to eliminate barriers and immediately solve problems of international transportation.