TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, April 20. Laziz Kudratov,
Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, met with
a Japanese delegation led by Gen Nakagawa, the Mayor of Nara, to
discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in several key sectors,
Trend reports,
citing the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of
Uzbekistan
The Japanese delegation included representatives from prominent
Japanese companies, such as Forest Home, Morinaraduketen, Clam
Group, Nara Kotsu Bus Lines, Withonoware, Rire Stage, Seiwa Giken,
Sakurug, Seiyo Kosan, and Reiwa Switch.
The discussions centered on enhancing collaboration in
healthcare, information and communication technologies,
hospitality, and the expansion of Uzbek food exports to the
Japanese market. Both sides expressed a shared interest in
deepening ties and fostering closer economic cooperation.
The Japanese delegation also praised the joint business forum
held in Samarkand on April 17, noting its importance in
strengthening the business links between the cities of Nara and
Samarkand.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Japanese representatives
reaffirmed their commitment to further developing the partnership
and pursuing joint projects in priority sectors, emphasizing mutual
benefits for both nations.
Meanwhile, Uzbekistan’s trade turnover volume with Japan totaled
$188.2 million from January through May 2024. According to the data
from Uzbekistan’s Statistics Agency, this figure indicates a 162
percent increase compared to the same period last year ($71.7
million in January–May 2023).