Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Tashkent region and Japan's Aichi Prefecture discussed plans to expand trade, economic and investment cooperation, the Tashkent regional administration said.
During a visit by a regional delegation to Japan, Jakhongir Mamazhonov, deputy governor of Tashkent region, met Hiroyuki Ito, Uzbekistan's honorary consul in Nagoya.
The sides discussed opportunities to develop interregional ties, attract Japanese investment and expand business contacts.
Ito highlighted the potential for cooperation with Tashkent region. He also stressed the importance of strengthening engagement with major business federations and economic associations in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture, as well as the chamber of commerce and industry.
He expressed readiness to help organise meetings with these organisations and attract Japanese companies interested in implementing projects in the region.
During the talks, the sides proposed organising a visit by a delegation of Japanese companies to Tashkent region in February 2027, alongside an expanded business forum.
The forum is expected to showcase the region's investment potential, industrial zones and promising projects to Japanese business representatives. B2B meetings with local entrepreneurs and visits to enterprises are also planned.
The sides agreed to begin practical work on the initiative, identify priority areas for cooperation and compile a list of potential Japanese companies to participate in the planned visit.
