At the invitation of the President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived on a state visit to the city of Paris.
The Uzbek leader was met at the plane by French Minister of National Education, Higher Education and Scientific Research Elisabeth Borne, Commander of the Military District of Paris General Loic Mizon and other officials.
State flags of the two countries were raised and a guard of honor was formed at the pavilion of honor at Orly International Airport in honor of the distinguished guest.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev was greeted with great joy by a group of our compatriots studying, working and engaged in science in France at the residence where the Uzbek delegation was accommodated. The Head of our state had a sincere talk with them, wished them success in their studies and research.
The main events of the visit are scheduled for today, March 12.
Uzbek-French high-level talks will be held at the Elysee Palace in accordance with the program of the visit.
The President will also hold a meeting with UNESCO Director General Audrey Azoulay and a round table with representatives of leading French companies and banks.