Tashkent:Uzbekistan has reached agreements with Kazakhstan and China to increase the frequency of passenger flights between the countries, as announced by Uzbekistan's Ministry of Transport. This development follows the third meeting of the Central Asia-China (C5+1) Working Group on Civil Aviation, held in Tashkent from November 3 through 5.

According to Trend News Agency, the agreement with Kazakhstan will see the number of weekly flights on the Tashkent-Almaty and Tashkent-Astana routes rise from 42 to 60. Additionally, flights on other routes between the two nations will increase from 14 to 20 per week. In the case of China, the number of authorized regular flights will grow from 100 to 114 per week. Relevant documents formalizing these agreements have been signed by the involved parties.

The meeting in Tashkent gathered representatives from the aviation authorities and airlines of Uzbekistan, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. Participants discussed various topics, including the joint establishment of the "Air Silk Road," further aviation cooperation between China and Central Asian countries, and the liberalization of air transport markets.

The agenda also covered the development of civil aviation infrastructure, flight safety, the introduction of green and smart technologies, and the implementation of joint projects. Bilateral talks focused on expanding air connectivity among the participating countries were also held.

These agreements are anticipated to enhance passenger travel options, strengthen transport connectivity, and support the development of trade, tourism, and economic ties in the region. The fourth meeting of the working group is scheduled to be held in Kyrgyzstan in 2027.