Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Tashkent Region Governor Zoyir Mirzaev met with Natalia Kochanova, chairwoman of the Council of the Republic of Belarus’s National Assembly, during a visit to Belarus. The sides discussed developing interregional ties, expanding trade and economic cooperation, and implementing joint projects.
Particular attention was given to strengthening partnerships between regions of the two countries, making effective use of existing potential and advancing practical initiatives in the economic and humanitarian fields.
The Belarusian side described Tashkent Region as a reliable partner. Joint projects currently under implementation are valued at approximately US$55 million.
Livestock development was identified as a promising area of cooperation. During the current visit by the Tashkent Region delegation, a project is being implemented in Belarus to build a livestock complex designed to accommodate 10,000 head of cattle. Further plans include deep processing of livestock products.
The participants also examined opportunities for joint programmes aimed at ensuring food security.
Following the meeting, both sides emphasised the importance of interregional dialogue in expanding trade and economic ties, exploring new areas of cooperation and strengthening friendly relations between the peoples of Uzbekistan and Belarus.
The talks are intended to further develop a long-term partnership between regions of the two countries and advance mutually beneficial initiatives and practical projects.
