A delegation from Uzbekistan, led by the Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade Khurram Teshabaev, conducted a working trip to Bishkek. During this visit, issues concerning deepening bilateral trade, financing joint projects, and establishing new industrial facilities in the Osh region were discussed.
Meetings with representatives of the Kyrgyz government and business circles covered increasing the volume of mutual trade, promoting joint initiatives, and preparing for future events involving both sides.
Particular attention was paid to revitalizing the activities of the Uzbekistan-Kyrgyz Development Fund, expanding its project portfolio, and financing new production capacities. The parties agreed to hold a business forum in Bishkek in the near future with the participation of about 300 entrepreneurs.
During the negotiations, proposals were reviewed for developing areas such as construction material production, mineral extraction, textile industry, logistics, and healthcare. Specifically, the issue of creating a cluster for textile and sewing production, as well as an industrial-logistics center in the Osh region, was discussed.
Furthermore, proposals for developing cross-border trade and increasing the export of food products from Uzbekistan were examined. Following the working trip, responsible implementers were identified, and further practical steps were outlined for the implementation of the agreed-upon projects.
The Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, met with the Ambassador of Latvia to Uzbekistan, Gerts Jaunzems, to discuss the further development of bilateral trade, economic, and investment interaction.
During the negotiations, the parties focused on implementing the agreements reached at the ninth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission. Issues were discussed regarding the creation of the Business Council of Uzbekistan and Latvia, the opening of a trade house in Tashkent, as well as the results of the 'Made in Uzbekistan' exhibition, which took place in Riga with the participation of about 70 Uzbek companies.
Furthermore, the dialogue participants reviewed prospects for joint work in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, the agro-industrial sector, fertilizer production, packaging production, and fish processing.
An important aspect of the meeting was cooperation in the field of transport and logistics. The parties discussed opportunities to increase cargo transportation through the ports of Riga and Ventspils, improve air connections, and attract Latvian companies to implement new investment projects in Uzbekistan.
At the conclusion of the negotiations, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the agreed initiatives and strengthening partnership in the economic sphere.
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.
