President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić participated in a joint business forum. The event gathered over 200 representatives from official and business circles of both countries, as well as leaders of major industrial and trade companies.
At the forum, Serbian companies such as Galenika, Abela Pharm, Goša FOM, Yumco, Luss Textile, and other enterprises were represented.
Speaking at the forum, Mirziyoyev noted that recent high-level meetings have opened a new phase in relations between the two states. He emphasized that establishing a strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and Serbia has become a key result.
A significant increase in bilateral trade was identified as one of the priorities. To achieve this goal, the parties intend to expand the range of goods they exchange and simplify customs procedures. Furthermore, a joint Action Plan for the period 2026–2028 was approved in the field of industrial cooperation.
The President of Uzbekistan outlined several areas that should form the basis for further development of economic ties. These include the creation of joint production of textiles and electrical equipment, as well as automotive and industrial components.
Special attention will be paid to the localization of pharmaceutical production and the deep processing of fruit and vegetable products. Both countries also plan to develop joint projects in the fields of software and artificial intelligence.
Mirziyoyev assured that Uzbekistan is ready to create favorable conditions for Serbian companies and investors, and to provide practical support for the implementation of every joint project.
After the conclusion of the business forum, both sides signed a number of bilateral economic agreements and trade contracts.