Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Uzbekistan and Denmark discussed expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, with particular attention to water management, equipment localization, energy, agriculture and digital solutions.
The talks were held as part of a business roundtable attended by representatives of government agencies and businesses from both countries. In 2025, trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Denmark increased by 26.6%.
Uzbekistan’s Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Akrom Aliyev noted that the current level of investment and trade and economic cooperation between the two countries remains limited.
At the same time, he said the first official visit by Denmark’s foreign minister to Uzbekistan creates additional opportunities for developing bilateral ties.
The Danish delegation visiting Uzbekistan included representatives of leading companies. Around 15 Uzbek private companies participated in the business roundtable.
Water management was one of the key areas of the talks. The sides discussed the introduction of water-saving technologies, the use of new and energy-efficient pumps, and opportunities to localize their production in Uzbekistan at a later stage.
Jens Holst-Nielsen, a representative of the Confederation of Danish Industry, noted Danish businesses’ interest in finding local partners. According to him, companies are also considering cooperation opportunities in agriculture, energy and healthcare.
Particular attention at the meeting was paid to food production and the development of the agro-industrial sector, localization and expanding export potential. The sides also discussed mechanisms for long-term and concessional financing of projects in industry, energy, water management, agriculture, healthcare and logistics.
A memorandum of understanding between Danish company AVK International and an Uzbek water supply partner was signed as a practical outcome of the meeting. The sides intend to implement a joint pilot project.
AVK International Deputy Director for Development Alyona Moiseenko said the company produces equipment for water and gas supply networks, as well as for agriculture and industry.
According to her, the Danish company expects to further expand cooperation and use its products in various regions of Uzbekistan.
Participants in the business roundtable also noted the availability of a legal framework and conditions for foreign investors to operate in Uzbekistan.
