The first-ever EU-Central Asia summit in Samarkand symbolizes a transformative step in multilateral relations, emphasizing the EU's commitment to long-term cooperation amid global instability. Leaders like European Council President António Costa highlighted the need for strengthened partnerships for peace, while European Commission Vice President Margaritis Schinas noted the global significance of Central Asia as a region of progress. Observers note that cooperation has become systematic and mutually beneficial, reinforcing legal and institutional foundations since the independence of Central Asian states.
This landmark event will open a new chapter in relations between the regions, marking a transition to a qualitatively new level of multilateral cooperation.
In a multipolar world, more active and targeted engagement is necessary. The first EU-Central Asia summit will contribute to strengthening our commitments to jointly ensure peace, stability, and sustainable progress.
The EU is taking Central Asia particularly seriously in the context of current geopolitical turbulence... Our cooperation with Central Asia is not a one-time event; we are focused on a long-term perspective.
Organising such a dialogue highlights the EU's strong interest in developing cooperation and its commitment to strengthening partnerships with the Central Asian states.
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