BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 11. Uzbekistan and South
Korea conducted discussions on the advancement of high-speed rail
infrastructure projects in Uzbekistan, with particular emphasis on
the planned Tashkent–Samarkand line, as part of the country’s
broader efforts to modernize its transport network.
This was reflected in a statement by the Uzbekistan
Railways.
The issues were discussed between Sharofiddin Qodirov, Chief
Engineer of Uzbekistan Railways, Anvar Dushaev, Head of Department
at the Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan, and Hee-young Lee,
Executive Director of Saman Corporation.
The participants reviewed the current state of bilateral
cooperation and exchanged perspectives on the preparation of
feasibility studies for the Tashkent–Samarkand high-speed rail
project. They also agreed on timelines for submitting the final
technical and economic justification, incorporating additional
proposals and recommendations from the Export-Import Bank of Korea
(KEXIM).
Additionally, it was highlighted that the South Korean partner
is providing technical consultations and evaluating project
solutions for the potential development of the Tashkent–Andijan and
Tashkent–Termez railway lines, with the objective of facilitating
future high-speed rail operations.
Following the discussions, the parties explored broader
opportunities for transport infrastructure development and
reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration on the
implementation of mutually beneficial projects within the
sector.
Meanwhile, the Tashkent–Samarkand railway line is a high-speed
rail corridor connecting Uzbekistan's capital to the ancient Silk
Road city. The modernized route spans about 344 kilometers and is
primarily served by the sleek Afrosiyob electric train.
