Uzbekistan plans to send specialists in neurosurgery and neurorehabilitation for training at advanced Japanese clinics. This issue was discussed during a meeting between the Minister of Health of Uzbekistan, Eldor Adilov, and Kenichi Matsumoto, Chairman of the Healthcare Committee of the Japan-Uzbekistan Silk Road Fund (JUSRF).
The parties reviewed possibilities for expanding cooperation in the fields of medicine, medical education, and pharmaceuticals. Special attention was paid to the project of creating a Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Neurology and Stroke, which is being implemented with the participation of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
The total cost of this project is 150 million US dollars, and its implementation is planned for the period from 2025 to 2032. The project includes the construction and equipping of a national center for neurology and neurorehabilitation, the supply of equipment to medical university clinics in Samarkand and Bukhara, as well as specialist training.
Minister Adilov emphasized Uzbekistan's interest in training doctors in Japanese clinics, organizing joint educational programs, and providing internships for mid-level medical personnel. Particular attention should be paid to modern technologies, practical skills, and patient care methods. The Minister also expressed hope that the fund would help establish direct contacts with relevant Japanese institutions.
During the negotiations, interaction in the pharmaceutical sector was also discussed. Uzbekistan has a mechanism for registering medicines and medical equipment approved by authorized regulatory bodies in Japan, provided it is recognized within the established procedure and applicable requirements are met.
Following the meetings, the parties confirmed their readiness to increase bilateral cooperation and continue implementing joint projects.
