Bishkek Hosts Discussion on Joint Industrial Projects and Investments in Central Asia

On November 5 in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), the Regional Forum on Industrial Development was held. The event was organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).

Uzbekistan’s position on sustainable industrial development was presented at the plenary session by Ambassador Saidikram Niyazkhodjaev. He emphasized the importance of transitioning from trade between countries to joint production of goods with high added value, combining efforts under the formula 'six economies — one product.'

Among the proposals are the preparation of a Map of Industrial Cooperation, the launch of a platform for financial and technical support of joint investment initiatives, and the implementation of 100 strategic projects under the 'Turkic World — 100' program.

Participants separately discussed cooperation between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. In 2025, the trade volume between the countries exceeded 1.2 billion dollars. Additionally, agreements provide for 52 joint investment projects totaling 540.6 million dollars.

Priority sectors include the production of automotive components and electrical engineering products, processing of cotton, wool, and leather, cooperation in the agro-industrial complex, pharmaceuticals, and the production of building materials. Uzbekistan expressed interest in working with UNIDO on technological modernization of enterprises, applying international quality standards, and training specialists.