TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, April 29. Uzbekistan and
China companies have discussed plans to establish a modern
logistics hub, Trend
reports via Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Investment, Industry, and
Trade.
The issue was reviewed during a meeting in Nanjing between an
Uzbek delegation led by Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry,
and Trade Ilzat Kasimov and representatives of SOHO Holding Group,
along with ten major companies from Jiangsu Province operating in
logistics, trade, and sericulture.
The sides also discussed expanding existing sericulture clusters
and launching new facilities in the Jizzakh region and the Republic
of Karakalpakstan.
In addition, the meeting covered prospects for cooperation in
residential construction, including the development of modern
housing complexes within New Tashkent.
Following the talks, participants agreed on a strategic roadmap
for implementing the proposed initiatives and joint projects.
Meanwhile, Chinese investment in Uzbekistan has reached $15.8
billion, with plans to increase the figure to $21 billion in 2026.
Bilateral trade between Uzbekistan and China totaled $17.8 billion
in 2025, up 34% year-on-year, with both sides targeting $20 billion
in the near term.
