Uzbekistan explores export opportunities in Serbia and Malaysia

The Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, held a video conference with the Algerian Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamel Rezig, on September 10.

During the meeting, participants discussed issues of expanding economic, investment, and trade interaction between the two countries, as well as developing industrial cooperation and increasing bilateral trade.

Particular attention was paid to organizing direct negotiations between representatives of both countries on priority commodity categories. Furthermore, proposals were put forward for concluding a preferential trade agreement and establishing an intergovernmental commission and a Uzbekistan-Algeria Business Council.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides agreed to continue joint work on the practical implementation of the agreements reached and to turn the agreed initiatives into concrete projects.

The Chairman of the Food Safety Committee of Uzbekistan, Azizbek Urunov, met with international expert and director of AMC Overseas FZE, Suvra Chakrabarty, to discuss ways to increase the country's export potential in agricultural and food products.

The Food Safety Committee of Uzbekistan noted that the parties reviewed opportunities to expand access for local producers and exporters to global markets, as well as improve export processes in line with modern requirements.

Special attention was paid to strengthening the practical knowledge and skills of local exporters. Discussions covered international market analysis, searching for foreign buyers, and conducting effective negotiations with potential partners.

Participants also discussed the practical aspects of organizing export supplies, including proper adherence to logistics and customs procedures, product certification according to international standards, and preparation of necessary documentation.

During the meeting, it was emphasized that the competitiveness of products in foreign markets depends not only on quality; packaging, storage conditions, supply chain management, and increasing added value also play an important role.

The participants exchanged views on applying international experience in these areas, taking into account the conditions in Uzbekistan and providing practical assistance to local entrepreneurs.

During the 2025–2026 period, educational seminars involving Chakrabarty were held in the regions of Uzbekistan for representatives of dehqan and farming enterprises, as well as entrepreneurs.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue educational programs aimed at exchanging international practical experience. The Committee emphasized the significance of international experts' practical experience for increasing the export potential of local entrepreneurs, enhancing the competitiveness of Uzbek products in external markets, and expanding the geographical scope of Uzbekistan's food exports.

Representatives from Uzbekistan and Serbia held discussions aimed at deepening trade and investment interaction, as well as establishing direct contacts between companies from both countries. According to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, these negotiations took place ahead of the President of Uzbekistan's visit to Serbia.

Jamil Maksudi, an advisor to the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, conducted a series of meetings with representatives of Serbian business organizations and companies. A special meeting was organized with Mihailo Vesović, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia, and the head of the Palace's international cooperation department.

Participants discussed methods to strengthen the activities of the Uzbekistan-Serbia Business Council and expand direct interaction between entrepreneurs from the two states. Significant attention was paid to the development and implementation of joint investment projects.

The agricultural sector, including meat production projects, was identified as a potential area for cooperation. The parties also reviewed trade conditions and tariff regulation, as well as opportunities for more effective utilization of the benefits of the GPA+.

Furthermore, prospects for investment cooperation in the fields of information and communication technologies and light industry were studied. During the visit, conversations were held with representatives of Serbian firms operating in the agro-industrial sector and other sectors of the economy. The expansion of trade and investment ties, as well as scientific and technological exchanges, including potential joint projects focused on agricultural clusters in Uzbekistan, were discussed.

Viktor Ribich, a representative of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan in Serbia, participated in organizing these meetings. Both sides expressed interest in further developing business ties and increasing the number of joint initiatives. It is expected that ongoing negotiations will open up additional opportunities for expanding bilateral trade and investment partnership.