President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan attended the Central Asia-Italy summit in Astana alongside regional leaders and Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Mirziyoyev emphasized the continuation of strategic partnerships between Central Asia and Europe, focusing on technological, industrial, and intelligence cooperation to address security challenges. The proposal includes the establishment of a Central Asia-Italy Business Club and a comprehensive program for industrial and technological collaboration. Mirziyoyev also highlighted the importance of green transformation, proposing initiatives in renewable energy projects, hydrogen technologies, and energy efficiency audits in partnership with Italian firms. The president expressed interest in involving Italian state agencies and joint investment funds in supporting projects, including a new industrial park in Tashkent region. In the education sector, Mirziyoyev suggested the creation of a scientific and educational consortium for joint research and academic exchange programs. He also proposed initiatives in the tourism sector, aiming to strengthen partnerships between tour operators and promote joint travel products. Additionally, the president suggested hosting a youth forum for cultural exchange and creative industries in Khiva next year, showcasing the growing cooperation between Uzbekistan and Italy in various fields.