Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Uzbekistan’s Tashkent Region and Saudi energy company Acwa have discussed prospects for expanding investment cooperation, including the development of new projects in energy and infrastructure.
The issues were discussed at a meeting between Tashkent Region Governor Zoyir Mirzaev and Acwa Chairman Muhammad Abunayyan.
During the meeting, the sides noted the development of economic ties between Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia. Mirzaev also congratulated the company’s chairman on Saudi Arabia’s recently celebrated National Day.
Particular attention was given to Acwa’s role in attracting investment and advanced technologies to Uzbekistan’s energy sector.
The sides examined opportunities in Tashkent Region to develop industry and energy, modernise infrastructure, introduce advanced technologies and create new jobs. They also discussed prospects for expanding cooperation with Acwa and jointly developing new investment projects.
Following the meeting, participants stressed the importance of further strengthening the partnership on the basis of mutual trust and shared interests.
The announcement did not specify individual projects, investment amounts or implementation timelines.
