<h1>India Aims to Boost Economic Ties with Uzbekistan, Proposes Skill Centers and Highlights Strategic Trade Importance.</h1> The Indian Commerce Minister emphasized India's commitment to strengthening economic ties with Uzbekistan during a business forum in New Delhi. He highlighted India's rapid economic growth and expressed interest in sharing this growth with Uzbekistan, particularly through the services sector. The Minister proposed establishing skill development centers in Uzbekistan and noted the strategic importance of Uzbekistan as a trade bridge between Asia and Europe. Trade relations are supported by agreements on economic cooperation and avoidance of double taxation. India's exports to Uzbekistan include pharmaceuticals and machinery, while imports consist of agricultural products and services. As of mid-2016, India's trade with Uzbekistan was relatively modest.