In Tashkent, Uzbekistan discussed opportunities for cooperation with Chinese companies in the housing and communal services and construction sectors. The main focus was on modernizing heating systems and potential investment projects, according to UzDaily.uz.
A meeting took place at the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services with a delegation from China Railway Prefabricated Xinjiang Construction Development Co., Ltd. and Hengkang Technology Kenya Co., Ltd.
Discussion of Cooperation Areas
During the negotiations, the parties reviewed options for expanding interaction, implementing modern technologies, and realizing promising projects. Special attention was paid to the wide application of industrial and prefabricated construction solutions, the use of environmentally friendly materials, the production of steel structures, and the execution of comprehensive projects under the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) model.
Furthermore, participants studied the prospects for implementing construction and municipal infrastructure projects using EPC+F (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Financing) and public-private partnership models. The task of updating heating systems in Uzbekistan was also separately considered, including the construction of cogeneration plants and modern thermal centers, as well as the introduction of geothermal heat pump technologies.
As a result of the meetings, the parties agreed to exchange information regarding potential heating projects. The Chinese companies will evaluate the proposed projects and prepare proposals concerning possible financing terms and cooperation models. Participants also discussed the need to study Chinese technical standards and requirements for prefabricated construction, emphasizing the importance of advanced technologies for increasing efficiency and reducing environmental impact. The parties agreed to continue negotiations.