TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 11. The portfolio of
projects between Uzbekistan and leading Emirati companies has now
surpassed $20 billion, with several new agreements signed during
the 4th Tashkent Investment Forum, Trend reports, citing the Uzbek president’s
office.
This was discussed during a meeting of the Foreign Investors’
Council, where President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with a delegation
from the UAE, headed by Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
Suhail Al Mazrouei.
Top executives from several major Emirati companies, including
Amea Power, Etihad Water & Electricity, TAQA Water Solutions, AD
Ports, and Masdar, also participated in the talks.
The discussions centered on advancing the practical
implementation of agreements made following President Mirziyoyev’s
visit to the UAE in January. Both sides emphasized the dynamic
growth of the Uzbekistan-UAE strategic partnership, with notable
increases in trade, investment, the number of joint ventures, and
the frequency of direct flights between the two nations.
An agreement was reached to expedite the execution of extensive
initiatives across pivotal sectors, encompassing energy,
transportation, logistics, agriculture, healthcare, education,
urban development, and water resource management.
This meeting represents another key milestone in strengthening
bilateral ties and fostering long-term economic growth between
Uzbekistan and the UAE.
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