In particular, during the dialogue with the Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Tuq al-Marri, topical issues of expanding bilateral trade, economic and investment cooperation, the implementation of joint projects were discussed.

The interest of new private UAE companies in entering the Uzbek market was noted. In this context, the chemical, mining and metallurgical and textile industries are called the most promising.

The possibility of participation of Emirati companies in the ongoing privatization processes in Uzbekistan was considered, taking into account the acquisition of a state share of companies specializing in tourism, chemistry, agriculture, construction and others.

The issue of organizing the 5th meeting of the Uzbek-Emirati Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical cooperation, as well as a joint business forum in May this year in Samarkand has been agreed.

During the dialogue with the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail Mohammed al-Mazroui, topical issues of expanding bilateral investment cooperation in the spectrum of development of the energy sector and infrastructure of Uzbekistan were discussed.

The Emirati side stressed that cooperation between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the UAE is a practical example of an effective and successful bilateral partnership.

The negotiations made it possible to present specific investment cases, outline further steps to expand bilateral cooperation and reflected the mutual desire of the parties to develop ties in a wide range of areas, the press service of the MIPT reports.