Uzbekistan and China Agree on 13 Mining Projects Worth US$5 Billion

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Tashkent and Beijing have prepared a series of major joint initiatives in the extraction and processing of energy raw materials, including coal, uranium, and other critical minerals, Uzbek Minister of Mining Industry and Geology Bobir Islamov told Uzbekiston 24 TV.

According to him, the parties have agreed to implement 13 new projects with a total value of approximately US$5 billion.

The Minister noted that the official visit of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to China opens up new prospects and creates conditions for launching additional areas of cooperation.

On the eve of the visit, the Head of State held talks with Shen Yanfeng, Chairman of China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC), in which the Minister of Geology also participated.

Discussions focused on the transfer of modern technologies, development of uranium deposits, geological exploration of promising sites, and expansion of cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

Islamov emphasized that projects with Chinese partners will accelerate the development of Uzbekistan’s mining sector and strengthen its export potential.