Chief Executive John Lee announced that Hong Kong and Uzbekistan have agreed to negotiate a mutual visa-free arrangement allowing visitors to stay for 30 days, following a meeting with Uzbekistan's foreign ministry.
Currently, Hong Kong SAR passport holders can visit Uzbekistan visa-free for 10 days. Uzbek diplomatic and official passport holders can visit Hong Kong visa-free for 14 days, while ordinary Uzbek passport holders require a visa.
Lee said the new arrangement would promote exchanges, boost tourism, study and trade cooperation, lay a foundation for long-term economic ties, and help Hong Kong expand into Central Asian emerging markets.
