Talks with Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan were held at the MIIT

On October 5, Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov held talks with Yoshimasa Uno, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan, the press service of the MIIT reports.

The parties discussed further strengthening strategic cooperation, implementing the agreements reached during the high-level visit in December 2025, expanding industrial cooperation, and promoting the production of high-value-added goods.

By the end of 2025, bilateral trade between the two countries amounted to approximately $400 million. Since the beginning of 2026, trade has increased by 11% to $228.8 million. The portfolio of joint projects has exceeded $12 billion. Uzbekistan is currently home to 144 enterprises with Japanese capital participation.

Particular attention was paid to the implementation of major projects in the energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors.

The Japanese side proposed expanding cooperation within the framework of the “Free and Open Indo-Pacific” concept, aimed at strengthening resilience, promoting economic development, and enhancing regional connectivity.