BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 8. Uzbekistan and the
United Arab Emirates discussed deepening economic ties and
launching new investment projects across energy, digital
infrastructure, artificial intelligence, finance, agriculture and
logistics during a business roundtable in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 7.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of
Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan.
Uzbek Investment, Industry and Trade Minister Laziz Kudratov
participated in the Investopia Bridge 2026 international forum and
the UAE-Uzbekistan business roundtable titled "Connecting Capital
with Opportunities."
The discussions covered priority areas for bilateral
cooperation, including energy, telecommunications, AI, financial
services, chemical industry, agriculture and food security,
tourism, transport and logistics, and real estate development.
Representatives of major UAE companies and financial
institutions, including Ghitha Holding, e&, Rotana Hotel
Management Corporation, Mashreq Bank, Masdar, AMEA Power, Modon and
Etihad Development Company, participated in the discussions.
Uzbekistan presented investment projects and opportunities for
participation in privatization processes, infrastructure
development and technology initiatives. The sides also discussed
logistics and the development of more efficient channels to
increase bilateral trade.
"The parties agreed to strengthen the coordination between the
Intergovernmental Commission and the Business Council, focusing
their work on preparing concrete initiatives," the Uzbek side
said.
During his working visit, Kudratov also held meetings with UAE
Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri,
Minister of Investment Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of
Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi and executives of major
UAE companies.
The meetings focused on expanding investment cooperation and
advancing prospective projects involving government institutions,
investment funds and businesses from both countries.
In addition, the sides agreed on follow-up steps to promote
priority projects and strengthen institutional mechanisms for
bilateral economic cooperation.
