BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 13. Uzbekistan has
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with theSwissCham ASIA,
aimed at strengthening cooperation across key sectors between the
country and international partners across Europe and Asia.
The announcement was made in a report published by the
Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry following a meeting
between the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of
Uzbekistan, Davron Vakhabov, and SwissCham ASIA President Urs
Lustenberger.
According to the Chamber, the MoU is intended to enhance trade,
investment, and broader business cooperation between Uzbekistan and
international partners across Europe and Asia.
Under the agreement, the parties will collaborate to attract
investment, expand trade relations, organize business forums and
trade missions, and facilitate direct partnerships between
entrepreneurs and companies.
Healthcare, energy, tourism, and education have been identified
as priority areas for cooperation in 2026. The agreement also
places particular emphasis on attracting international investment,
supporting joint initiatives, and promoting innovative business
solutions.
The partnership is expected to create new opportunities for
Uzbek businesses in European and Asian markets, expand their
international networks, and strengthen long-term investment
cooperation.
Meanwhile, SwissCham ASIA is a Zürich-based non-profit
association (formerly the Swiss Asian Chamber of Commerce) that
bridges economic, technological, and cultural ties between
Switzerland and Asian countries. It supports businesses,
institutions, and governments through strategic partnerships and
market intelligence.
