Tashkent Region Concludes Preliminary Agreements Worth $63 Million with Japanese Partners

The regional administration reported that the Tashkent Region and Aichi Prefecture of Japan held discussions on expanding interregional cooperation and implementing joint investment projects.

The discussion took place in Japan during a meeting between the Governor of the Tashkent Region, Zoyir Mirzaev, and the Governor of Aichi Prefecture, Hideaki Omura.

The parties focused on the potential for cooperation in areas such as automotive manufacturing, electrical engineering, industrial equipment, and building materials. Furthermore, possibilities for joint ventures involving Japanese companies in agriculture and the food industry were discussed.

A key aspect of the meeting was innovation, digital technologies, and startups. Participants proposed studying the experience of specialized centers operating in Aichi Prefecture and creating a platform for sharing developments.

In the field of education, the parties discussed strengthening ties with Nagoya University and other educational institutions. The issue of training specialists in engineering, information technology, and vocational education, taking into account the needs of Japanese companies, was also considered.

To ensure systematic development of cooperation, it was proposed to develop a joint roadmap for the period 2027–2029 and form a working group comprising representatives from both regions. This group will be responsible for identifying priority investment projects.

Uzbekistan proposed holding a business forum in the Tashkent Region with the participation of the business community of Aichi Prefecture, as well as organizing a visit by a Japanese delegation of entrepreneurs.

The Tashkent Region administration reported that representatives from the Tashkent Region and Aichi Prefecture of Japan held discussions on plans to increase cooperation in the fields of trade, economy, and investment.

During the region's delegation visit to Japan, Deputy Governor of the Tashkent Region, Jakhongir Mamazhonov, met with the honorary consul of Uzbekistan in Nagoya, Hiroyuki Ito.

The parties discussed opportunities for developing interregional ties, attracting Japanese investments, and expanding business contacts. Ito emphasized the potential for cooperation with the Tashkent Region.

He also highlighted the importance of strengthening interaction with major business federations and economic associations in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture, as well as with the Chamber of Commerce and industry. Ito stated his readiness to assist in organizing meetings with these structures and attracting Japanese companies interested in implementing projects in the region.

During the negotiations, it was proposed to organize a trip for a delegation of Japanese companies to the Tashkent Region in February 2027, which would be accompanied by an expanded business forum. This forum should demonstrate the region's investment potential, industrial zones, and promising projects to Japanese representatives. B2B meetings with local entrepreneurs and factory visits are also planned.

Ultimately, the parties agreed to begin practical work on this initiative, define priority areas of cooperation, and compile a list of potential Japanese companies to participate in the planned visit.

A business forum will take place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on November 12, gathering representatives of the business community from Hainan Province, China.

According to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, representatives from twelve Chinese companies and organizations will participate in the event. The forum will be held at the JW Marriott Hotel Tashkent.

Forum participants plan to discuss potential areas of cooperation. Topics under discussion include agriculture and food processing, solar energy and green technologies, industrial equipment manufacturing, robotics, medicine, and digital technologies.

The agenda will also cover issues of interaction in the fields of packaging materials and textiles, logistics, investments, and international trade. Uzbek entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to conduct bilateral (B2B) negotiations with Chinese companies, discussing investment attraction, joint venture creation, and the launch of production projects.

The event organizers expect the meeting to help strengthen long-term business ties between enterprises of the two countries.