In Tashkent, Uzbekistan and Japan held discussions aimed at expanding investment cooperation and implementing joint projects across various sectors.
The negotiations took place on October 10 in Tashkent. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, and a delegation from the Japan-Uzbekistan Silk Road Fund (JUSRF), led by Yoshitsugu Minagawa.
Representatives from Japanese organizations, including Sakura Global Holding, Sakura Seiki, and JA Hokkaido Central Union, participated in the meeting. The parties discussed the potential for developing trade and economic ties, attracting Japanese companies to investment initiatives, and launching joint projects in the fields of infrastructure, healthcare, industry, education, and tourism.
Particular attention was paid to the development of medical education and the creation of a university clinic. Participants also considered the possibility of Japanese business participation in the special economic zone project in Samarkand, localization of production, and expansion of public-private partnership mechanisms.
Following the meetings, the sides reaffirmed their intention to continue cooperation under the Memorandum of Understanding signed in July 2024. Future priorities include strengthening direct business contacts and promoting joint endeavors.