The Governor of the Tashkent Region, Zoir Mirzaev, met with representatives of the British engineering and consulting company Arup. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss potential projects aimed at developing the region's economic, industrial, and tourism potential, according to the press service of the Tashkent Regional Administration.
The First Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance, Ilhom Norkulov, also took part in the meeting. One of the key issues was the regional administration's proposal to build modern tourist complexes along the banks of the Syr Darya River in the Chinaz district. Participants noted that such a project would allow for more effective use of the local natural resources.
The parties also reviewed opportunities for joint work on projects related to the construction of large facilities, industrial growth, energy initiatives, and the creation of tourism zones throughout the Tashkent Region. At the end of the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue working on the proposed initiatives and to hold another meeting in the near future.
Arup, founded in London in 1946, is one of the world's largest engineering and consulting firms specializing in design, urban planning, and project implementation. It operates in over 140 countries and has offices in 37 states. In Uzbekistan, Arup has been involved in several significant projects, including the construction of a tourist center with a congress center and eight hotels in Samarkand, as well as a congress center and Hilton hotel in the business district of Tashkent city, the National Library of Uzbekistan, and various transport and energy infrastructure projects.
The Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, met with Ryuichi Kizumi, CEO of the Japanese architectural and engineering company Nikken Sekkei. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss cooperation opportunities in the fields of architectural design and urban development.
The main focus of the negotiations was on the application of modern engineering solutions in the implementation of investment projects in Uzbekistan. The parties noted the significant potential of using the experience of the Japanese company to develop the design of social and transport infrastructure.
Representatives of Nikken Sekkei confirmed their readiness to participate in creating architectural concepts for public, transport, and social facilities, as well as to provide support in transferring advanced design technologies. At the end of the meeting, the participants agreed to maintain close interaction and jointly develop specific proposals for projects.
The First Deputy Minister of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan, Oleg Pekos, held a meeting with the Polish Consul in Uzbekistan, Marian Pjezdzeczyk, and Asseco International Vice President, Pschemislaw Senkowski. The parties discussed potential for joint work in the field of digital transformation and implementation of large IT projects, as reported by the Ministry of Digital Technologies.
During the negotiations, participants reviewed opportunities for interaction in the fields of e-government, financial technologies, artificial intelligence, data centers, as well as the implementation of state and corporate digital initiatives.
Polish representatives received detailed information about the reforms being carried out in Uzbekistan aimed at developing the digital economy, increasing the export of IT services, conditions for residents of the IT Park, mechanisms for supporting foreign companies, and major investment projects for developing digital infrastructure.
Special attention was paid to the development of artificial intelligence. Participants were presented with information on specific incentives for AI and data center projects in Karakalpakstan, the President's initiative to create artificial intelligence laboratories, and the system for training highly qualified IT specialists.
The parties also discussed the possibility of applying Asseco International solutions in Uzbekistan for sectors such as public administration, banking, and healthcare, as well as implementing joint projects, training local specialists, and knowledge exchange. At the end of the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue the dialogue for developing practical cooperation, studying the possibility of opening Asseco International operations in Uzbekistan, and jointly executing mutually beneficial projects.
As part of the visit, the delegation familiarized itself with the activities of UZINFOCOM and its projects in the field of digital government, state information systems, data centers, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
Deputy Hokim of the Tashkent Region, Jakhongir Mamazhonov, held a meeting in Minsk with the management of the Belarusian group of companies ALUTECH. The goal of the negotiations was to discuss prospects for developing a strategic partnership in the field of construction material production and implementing joint investment projects.
The discussions focused primarily on creating modern production facilities, implementing advanced technologies, and expanding industrial cooperation. The delegation from the Tashkent Region familiarized itself with the enterprise's production processes, technological solutions, and product range.
During the meeting, proposals were presented for deepening cooperation within the Tashkent Region. In particular, the parties considered the possibility of establishing a joint venture for localizing the production of aluminum profiles and roller shutter systems.
Furthermore, the prospects for using energy-efficient facade systems and other solutions compliant with Green Building standards when constructing modern residential and business complexes were discussed. Special attention was paid to equipping logistics centers with industrial doors and docking systems, as well as jointly training specialists in structural engineering and facade technologies.
Following the meetings, an agreement was reached on the phased implementation of mutually beneficial projects, on the exchange of experience between specialists, and on the joint development of promising investment initiatives.
The ALUTECH group of companies includes five high-tech production enterprises located in Minsk and its surroundings, among which are complexes engaged in aluminum anodizing and extrusion. The products of this holding are supplied to more than 65 countries worldwide.
