The Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of Uzbekistan, Tokhir Alimatov, held a meeting with a delegation from China. The goal of the negotiations was to discuss the integration of modern construction technologies aimed at increasing the seismic resistance and energy efficiency of buildings.
The Chinese side presented a number of advanced engineering solutions and innovative building materials. Among the demonstrated developments were lightweight, non-combustible thermal insulation panels for exterior walls, as well as insulation coatings and inter-floor soundproofing systems. Additionally, energy-saving materials for industrial pipelines were presented.
Participants in the meeting paid special attention to technologies for protecting structures from earthquakes. The Chinese delegation showed BRB (buckling-restrained brace) type seismic connections, which reduce the load on supporting structures during seismic events. Viscous fluid dampers (FV) and viscous fluid wall dampers (FVW), designed to absorb seismic energy, were also presented.
During the meeting, the parties exchanged experience in applying these technologies in China. Issues such as design, practical implementation, testing procedures, current regulatory requirements, and the functioning of earthquake monitoring systems were discussed. Following the negotiations, participants reviewed the possibilities of using energy-efficient materials and modern seismic protection technologies in Uzbekistan's construction industry, as well as their compliance with national technical standards and the potential for expanding bilateral cooperation in this area.
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.
Representatives from Kyrgyzstan and China discussed the progress of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project, noting that the construction of the main line has entered an active stage.
The meeting took place on July 10, 2026, at the Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan. The event was attended by Deputy Minister Almaz Turgunbaev and a delegation from China State Railway Group led by board member Wang Jinsi.
The parties reported that the main international and investment agreements for the project have already been concluded, the general contractor has been determined, and financing issues have been settled. Currently, work is underway to build tunnels, bridges, and other railway infrastructure.
The Kyrgyz side emphasized the need to maximize the involvement of local labor resources, use construction materials and equipment of domestic production, as well as comply with environmental standards and measures to preserve historical and cultural heritage.
Negotiators paid special attention to ensuring the transparency of construction work and preventing corruption risks. After the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to continue joint work to accelerate the implementation of the project and ensure the timely commissioning of the railway.
As noted during the negotiations, the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is considered a significant project for expanding Kyrgyzstan's transport and logistics capabilities, developing new economic ties, and strengthening the country's transit potential.
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.
