The discussions covered India's relations with Central Asian countries and opportunities for closer cooperation, particularly between research institutions working on regional security, transport and digital connectivity, energy, critical minerals and education.

Sh.Fayziyev outlined recent efforts to strengthen relations among Central Asian countries and promote greater regional cooperation. He noted that positive developments across the region were opening up new opportunities for closer ties with India. He also highlighted the importance of joint research in identifying practical ways to expand cooperation between India and Central Asia.

General Chauhan emphasised that the longstanding historical and cultural ties between India and Central Asia provided a strong foundation for closer relations. He stressed the need for exchanges between experts to focus on identifying specific areas for joint work and developing practical policy recommendations.

Both sides expressed their commitment to building closer ties between their institutions, including through joint research projects and further exchanges involving experts from both sides.

The Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) is an independent Indian think tank established in 2009. It brings together leading specialists in national security and public administration, producing research and policy recommendations for Indian government institutions. It also publishes National Security, a quarterly journal.