Minnikhanov highly praised the mutually reliable and friendly relations with Uzbekistan and highlighted the significant contribution of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in strengthening these ties. The crucial role of Uzbekistan's Consulate General in Kazan in reinforcing historical connections between Uzbekistan and Tatarstan and further expanding relations was also acknowledged.

In turn, Consul General Nodirjon Kasimov expressed gratitude for the ongoing attention from the leadership of the Republic of Tatarstan towards strengthening relations with Uzbekistan and for the warm reception. He also acknowledged the potential for increasing the volume and range of trade and expanding the scope of services in mutual commerce. A readiness to promote the development of multifaceted cooperation between Uzbekistan and Tatarstan in various fields was expressed.

During the meeting, there was an exchange of views on cooperation in trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres, including student exchanges and personnel training, as well as projects being implemented in Chirchik and Jizzakh, and the creation of joint industrial zones in the Bukhara and Navoi regions.

It is worth noting that before his appointment as Consul General in Kazan, 46-year-old Nodirjon Kasimov served as Acting Head of the State Plant Quarantine Inspection under the Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan. He succeeded Fariddin Nasriyev, who headed the Consulate General from 2018 to 2023 and was appointed Ambassador to Iran.