The discussions covered current issues in regional cooperation in Central Asia, stronger ties and good-neighbourly relations among the region’s countries, and opportunities for research collaboration.

The Japanese delegation highlighted the positive momentum in regional engagement across Central Asia, which is helping to strengthen cooperation in several areas.

Particular emphasis was placed on the results of a consistent policy of good-neighbourliness, which has helped resolve a number of complex issues between the region’s countries and expand cooperation in transport, the economy and humanitarian affairs.

The meeting concluded with a shared interest in maintaining regular expert dialogue and expanding academic exchanges.