The Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratlov, held a meeting with the Ambassador of Kuwait to Uzbekistan, Turki Khalid Hamad Al-Mikrad, on July 14, 2026.
During the negotiations, both sides focused on the further development of trade, economic, and investment interaction, as well as the implementation of new joint projects.
Officials reviewed ways to increase bilateral trade, promote Uzbek products in the Kuwaiti market, organize business missions and exhibitions, and strengthen ties between the business communities of the two countries.
The meeting identified promising areas for cooperation, including the banking and financial sector, agriculture, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, industry, and services. Special attention was paid to interaction with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development regarding the financing of infrastructure and logistics projects.
Furthermore, the parties discussed preparations for holding an Uzbek-Kuwaiti business forum and activating the work of the Intergovernmental Commission. The third meeting of this commission is scheduled to take place in Uzbekistan in the autumn of 2026.
The Prime Minister of Belarus, Alexander Turchin, held a meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, Jamshid Khodjayev, ahead of the official visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Belarus.
During the negotiations, the parties focused on key areas for the further development of Belarusian-Uzbek interaction. Special attention was paid to industrial cooperation, interaction in the agro-industrial complex, and the launch of new joint investment projects.
Alexander Turchin emphasized that the upcoming visit of the head of Uzbekistan would be one of the most important events in bilateral relations. He noted that the III Forum of Regions of Belarus and Uzbekistan would take place during this visit, serving as a platform for signing new commercial agreements, interregional documents, and establishing partnerships between the regions of the two countries.
Additionally, the official start of Uzbekistan Culture Days in Belarus is planned. The Prime Minister of Belarus stated his readiness for the beginning of the visit, noting that 'the entire package of documents is ready for signing' and that they have set very serious goals. He expressed confidence that the visit of the President of Uzbekistan would give a new impetus to bilateral cooperation.
Alexander Turchin also announced that the goal of increasing mutual trade turnover to 2 billion US dollars by 2030 will be realized. Furthermore, it is expected that by the end of the current year, the volume of mutual trade will exceed 1 billion US dollars.
Jamshid Khodjayev thanked the Belarusian side for preparing for the visit of the head of Uzbekistan and noted the scale of the delegation from Uzbekistan. According to him, over 200 business representatives, three regional hokims, and deputies of hokims from all 14 regions of Uzbekistan arrived in Belarus. The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that a significant part of the preparatory work was aimed at developing interregional cooperation.
Representatives from the Uzbek regions visited enterprises and production facilities in various regions of Belarus, where promising areas for interaction were identified. According to Khodjayev, the parties are also beginning to implement new joint initiatives in the agro-industrial complex, including projects in animal husbandry and crop production.
The issue of attracting labor resources was also discussed during the negotiations. As the Deputy Prime Minister noted, citizens of Uzbekistan are ready to participate in the implementation of joint projects and work in enterprises in Belarus if there is a corresponding need.
The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bahromjon Aloev, held talks in Muscat on July 1, 2026, with Salim Ali Sayabi, Chairman of the Omani company Alsiyabi International Group LLC.
The parties discussed specific proposals to strengthen cooperation in the fields of construction, tourism, infrastructure, and the establishment of medical facilities.
During the meeting, the issue of the Omani company's participation in the implementation of major urban development projects in Uzbekistan was also considered. The introduction of modern engineering and construction solutions, the development of tourist infrastructure, and the formation of partnerships in real estate development were discussed.
Delegations from Uzbekistan and Liechtenstein held a meeting to discuss prospects for strengthening trade, economic, and investment cooperation. The negotiations took place on June 30, 2026, during the regular meeting of the Swiss Circle of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
The negotiations were attended by Brigitte Haas, Prime Minister and Minister of General Government and Finance of the Principality of Liechtenstein, and Jamshid Kuchkarov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Eva Beck, Secretary General of the Ministry of General Government and Finance of Liechtenstein, Daniela Sele, Senior Advisor to the ministry, Timur Ishmetov, Chairman of the Central Bank of Uzbekistan, Ilhom Norkulov, First Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan, and other officials were also present at the meeting.
During the discussions, the parties reviewed issues of developing trade, economic and investment interaction, as well as opportunities for interaction in the financial sector and other areas of mutual interest. Special attention was paid to the gradual expansion of economic ties, attracting investments, and implementing joint projects.
Representatives of the Liechtenstein delegation noted the growing interest of their country's private sector in the economy of Uzbekistan. They emphasized the significant potential for further cooperation, including the participation of companies operating in the construction and medical sectors. At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain dialogue and continue developing practical cooperation in areas of mutual benefit.
