TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, February 23. Uzbekistan
and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have discussed agricultural
projects planned for 2026–2027, Trend reports via the Uzbek Ministry of
Agriculture.
The discussions took place during a meeting between Alisher
Shukurov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, and Farid
Ahmed Khan, Operations Manager at the Regional Hub of the Islamic
Development Bank.
During the meeting, the parties examined the preparedness of
projects scheduled for implementation within the designated
timeframe, including detailed reviews of their feasibility studies
and proposed timelines. Special emphasis was placed on expediting
implementation, ensuring efficient sequencing, streamlining
financing procedures, and optimizing overall project
effectiveness.
The discussions also centered on key areas for agricultural
advancement, such as the efficient management of water resources,
the adoption of modern agrotechnologies, the expansion of
processing and value-added supply chains, and the modernization of
agricultural infrastructure.
Furthermore, existing master plans were scrutinized, and new
initiatives were suggested for potential inclusion in the Islamic
Development Bank’s three-year work program.
Following the talks, the parties reached an agreement to further
deepen cooperation, support the initiation of new projects, and
ensure the sustained and effective execution of collaborative
efforts aimed at fostering the sustainable development of
Uzbekistan’s agricultural sector.
To date, the IsDB has approved a total of $5.4 billion in
financing for Uzbekistan, highlighting the scale and strategic
significance of the bank's support for the country's long-term
development.
