Cooperation with Japan enters a new stage of practical engagement

A delegation led by Tashkent Region Hokim Zoir Mirzayev visited Japan.

As part of the visit, the delegation held talks with Aichi Prefecture Governor Hideaki Omura on developing interregional cooperation and expanding economic and investment ties.

At a roundtable discussion held in Nagoya with representatives of Japanese political and business circles, the region’s potential and prospects for joint projects were presented. The talks also focused on specific initiatives. Discussions with executives of Manekiya Glass and E-trans Corporation covered establishing a modern glass manufacturing facility in Tashkent region, internship opportunities for Uzbekistan specialists in Japan, and implementing the Japan Plaza project.

Particular attention was paid to workforce training during the visit. In this regard, talks with the management of Onodera User Run, a Japanese company specializing in vocational training and employment opportunities for foreign nationals, as well as a meeting with Uzbek compatriots living in Japan, formed an important part of the visit.

Of particular significance was the business forum held in Tokyo under the theme “Economic potential and investment opportunities of Tashkent region”. The forum served as an important platform for expanding mutually beneficial cooperation with Japanese business circles, attracting foreign investment to the region, and implementing promising joint projects.

The event brought together 30 local entrepreneurs from Tashkent region and more than 200 representatives of leading Japanese companies and business circles.

Behruz Khudoyberdiyev, UzA

Tokyo, Japan