TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, February 20. Uzbekistan
and Serbia held a joint business forum in Tashkent and discussed
opening trade houses in both capitals and expanding practical
economic cooperation, Trend reports via the Uzbek Ministry of Investments,
Industry and Trade.
The Uzbekistan–Serbia Business Forum was organized by the
Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade (MIIT) of Uzbekistan
and brought together government officials and business
representatives from both countries.
During the plenary session, participants underscored the
strategic character of bilateral relations and emphasized the need
to substantially increase trade turnover. Discussions focused on
eliminating trade and logistical barriers, intensifying direct
business contacts, and establishing a bilateral Business Council to
institutionalize cooperation.
Special attention was given to sector-specific collaboration in
pharmaceuticals, textiles and chemicals, agriculture, construction,
energy, and information technologies.
According to the information, the B2B and G2B sessions allowed
companies and officials to present concrete proposals, negotiate
partnership terms, and outline next steps for the implementation of
joint investment and trade projects.
Meanwhile, in 2022, bilateral trade between the two countries
saw a remarkable surge of 134%, followed by an additional 63%
increase in 2024. This positive trajectory persisted through the
period from January to September 2025, with trade rising by 2.5%
compared to the same period in the previous year.
