Namangan Region of Uzbekistan explores agricultural cooperation opportunities with Italian group BF Group

The Food Safety Committee of Uzbekistan held a meeting with representatives from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and NEWMA PMC. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the implementation of a joint grant project aimed at improving the country's phytosanitary service, according to the committee's press service.

This project is scheduled for the period from 2023 to 2027 and includes improvements in plant quarantine control at border points, as well as strengthening the institutional and technical potential of Uzbekistan's national phytosanitary system.

One of the key aspects of the cooperation is the modernization of regional phytosanitary laboratories, including equipping them with modern analytical and testing equipment. The project also covers the updating of technical facilities at border control points and professional training for industry specialists.

These measures are designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of laboratory tests and enhance phytosanitary surveillance. During the meeting, participants reviewed the achieved results, the current progress of the work, and plans for subsequent stages of the project.

The parties also discussed expanding cooperation in the areas of food safety, veterinary services, and phytosanitary control, as well as applying international experience within joint initiatives.

As part of the partnership with KOICA, representatives of Uzbekistan participated in an international training program in South Korea from October 12 to 23, 2026. There, they studied methods for improving the plant quarantine system, modern approaches to phytosanitary control, and ways to practically apply the acquired knowledge.

The cooperation aims to enhance food safety, increase the export potential of Uzbekistan's agricultural products, and ensure compliance with international trade requirements. Furthermore, it contributes to the development of professional skills of specialists in this sector.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in continuing cooperation, effectively implementing planned activities, and accelerating work on joint projects.

Representatives from the Namangan Region of Uzbekistan and Latvia held a meeting to discuss prospects for expanding cooperation in the fields of investment, trade, and tourism.

The discussion took place during the visit of the Latvian ambassador to Uzbekistan, Gerts Jaunzems, to the Namangan Region. The meeting was held between Gerts Jaunzems and the Deputy Governor of the Namangan Region, Kh. Akhunbabayev.

The parties reviewed the investment potential of the Namangan Region, opportunities to strengthen ties in foreign trade, and the development of mutually beneficial partnerships.

Special attention was paid to promoting the region's economic and tourism potential among international partners, implementing promising investment projects, and strengthening business contacts between entrepreneurs.

Directions of health and agro-tourism were also discussed. Participants exchanged views on the possibilities of attracting foreign investment into these sectors and creating new tourist products.

Furthermore, the parties considered ways to popularize the International Flower Festival, which contributes to increasing the international recognition of the Namangan Region. Potential areas of cooperation include enhancing the festival's attractiveness for foreign guests and increasing the number of tourists from Latvia.

At the end of the meeting, participants emphasized the importance of effectively utilizing existing opportunities, expanding investment and tourism interaction, and continuing joint work on initiatives that bring mutual benefit.

The international conglomerate Chaidhari Group from Nepal and Uzbekistan held discussions on the prospects of joint investment projects in various sectors of the economy.

The negotiations took place in Samarkand on October 19 between the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, and the Chairman of Chaidhari Group, Binodham Chaidhari.

One of the key areas of discussion was the food industry. The parties examined opportunities for creating new production facilities and expanding sales systems.

Furthermore, the participants discussed the development of the hospitality and real estate sectors, including plans to create hotel complexes with the participation of local partners.

Other potential areas of cooperation that were addressed include energy, infrastructure construction, and healthcare. Following the meetings, an agreement was reached on joint work on priority projects and the determination of their implementation mechanisms.