TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, April 11. Uzbekistan and
Kazakhstan discussed accelerating major regional projects,
including the construction of the Kambarata hydropower plant and
initiatives to expand green energy exports, Trend reports via the press
service of the Uzbek president.
The issues were reviewed during a meeting between President of
Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Kazakhstan
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Bukhara.
Particular attention was given to strengthening transport and
logistics connectivity. The leaders underscored the importance of
modernizing border infrastructure, eliminating existing
bottlenecks, and developing efficient transport corridors to ensure
smoother access to external markets.
The leaders also highlighted the importance of joint efforts in
the rational use of water resources and the advancement of regional
environmental initiatives, including the Clean Air projects in
border areas.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation
in innovation and high-tech sectors, including space technologies,
digitalization, e-commerce, and startup support.
During the meeting, deputy prime ministers reported on key
aspects of the trade and economic agenda, including measures aimed
at increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion in the near term.
Meanwhile, Uzbekistan’s trade turnover with Kazakhstan reached
$4.9 billion in 2025, marking an increase of approximately 11.4%
compared to $4.4 billion in 2024.
