Uzbekistan and Belarus Expand Cooperation in Science, Education, and Healthcare

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 2 September 2025, within the framework of the Third Uzbekistan–Belarus Women Entrepreneurs’ Business Forum, a dedicated session was held to discuss prospects for bilateral cooperation in education, science, and healthcare.

The event brought together representatives of government institutions, leading universities, as well as research and medical centers from both countries.

Discussions focused on integrating educational programs, expanding academic exchanges, joint research initiatives, and the introduction of advanced medical technologies. Special emphasis was placed on the development of the pharmaceutical industry, maternal and child healthcare, and medical workforce training.

Speakers highlighted the importance of building a common knowledge space, sharing best practices, and fostering active participation of women in international scientific projects.

As a result of the session, a number of agreements were signed between universities and professional organizations of Uzbekistan and Belarus, including:

• scientific and innovation cooperation between the National University of Uzbekistan and Vitebsk State University;
• collaboration between Andijan State University and Grodno State University;
• between Fergana Technical University and Gomel Technical University;
• between Bukhara Technical University and Belarusian State University of Food and Chemical Technologies;
• between Termez University of Engineering and Agrotechnologies and Vitebsk Technological University.

Additionally, a professional cooperation agreement was signed between the Union of Journalists of Uzbekistan and the Belarusian Union of Journalists.