The presidents are expected to discuss key issues related to the further development of Russian-Uzbek relations of strategic partnership and alliance with an emphasis on trade, investment, and humanitarian cooperation, as well as topical international and regional problems, such as the developments in Afghanistan.
A considerable package of bilateral documents has been prepared for signing. The Interregional Cooperation Forum, Russia-Uzbekistan Educational Forum and the Russia-Uzbekistan Media Forum were held on November 16–18.