A delegation from Primorsky Krai, Russia, visited the Fergana Valley and Tashkent to discuss expanding trade and economic cooperation with Uzbekistan. Topics discussed included establishing trade and distribution centers, improving logistics, organizing direct flights, and implementing joint industrial projects, according to Dunyo News Agency.
The Russian delegation included Konstantin Sidorenko, Minister of Primorye for International and Foreign Economic Relations; Sergey Kalitin, Minister of Industry and Trade; and Natalia Naboychenko, Minister of Tourism. Business representatives and officials from relevant departments were also part of the group. The visit was organized with the assistance of the Consulate General of Uzbekistan.
Discussion of Cooperation with Fergana Region
During a meeting with the Governor of the Fergana Region, Khayrullo Bozorov, the parties discussed increasing the supply of products from the region to the Russian market, as well as the possibility of creating a trade house and a goods distribution center in Primorye. Furthermore, the idea of launching direct flights between Fergana and Primorye, as well as expanding tourism and humanitarian ties, was considered.
Discussions also covered the signing of a memorandum of cooperation and the organization of Fergana Region Cultural Days in Primorye in 2027.
Planning Trade and Industrial Initiatives
In meetings with representatives of the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, plans were reviewed for opening an Uzbek trade house, a distribution center, and a showroom for national products in Primorye. Other proposals included holding trade fairs, exchanging business delegations, and organizing a business forum in Vladivostok.
Potential areas for industrial cooperation include the joint production of solar panels and electrical equipment involving Uzbek entrepreneurs.
The delegation also held separate negotiations with representatives of the online marketplace Uzum Market. The parties agreed to study the possibility of selling products from Primorye producers through this platform. Potential products mentioned included seafood, food additives, oils, household chemicals, and other non-food items.
As part of the visit, the head of Chemix Group inspected concrete structure manufacturers in the Fergana Region, including Besh Bola Beton, Hadid Beton, Turon Beton, and Megabeton. Following these inspections, the parties agreed to establish mutually beneficial cooperation.
The proposed initiatives aim to increase the export of Uzbek products to Russia, strengthen interregional ties, and promote joint industrial and trade projects.
