TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 21. Uzbekistan is
taking steps to expand its foreign economic presence in Syria, with
a delegation of business and industry representatives visiting the
Arab country to explore new trade and investment opportunities,
Trend reports, citing
“UzElTechSanoat” Association.
The delegation included representatives of the Chamber of
Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, representatives of
Uzbekistan’s electrical engineering industry, led by M. Yunusov,
Chairman of the “UzElTechSanoat” Association, the Association of
Exporters, and major companies from the textile, leather, footwear
and automotive sectors.
The visit, aimed to promote Uzbek products in new export
markets, expand international trade, and strengthen the global
presence of the “Made in Uzbekistan” brand.
As part of the trip, Uzbek officials held talks with
representatives of the administration of Aleppo and the city’s
Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Kuwait
Ayubkhon Yunusov also took part in the discussions.
The two sides exchanged views on prospects for industrial
cooperation, expansion of trade and economic ties, and the launch
of joint projects involving businesses from both countries.
Particular emphasis was placed on developing direct contacts
between entrepreneurs and creating conditions for long-term
partnerships.
Aleppo Chamber of Commerce Chairman Nazem Derawon highlighted
the city’s historical role as a major center for textile production
and soap manufacturing, noting its potential in ongoing economic
recovery efforts.
At the conclusion of the meetings, both sides expressed interest
in further strengthening bilateral trade and economic relations and
elevating cooperation to a new level.
