ASHGABAT, November 8. /Dunyo IA/. From November 2 to 6, a delegation of more than 100 Uzbek entrepreneurs and business representatives, led by Odilkhon Rustamov, Deputy Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, visited Turkmenistan, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

During the visit, the Uzbek delegation took part in the opening ceremony of an international exhibition and forum dedicated to industry, construction, and energy, held in Ashgabat. More than 20 Uzbek companies showcased their products and developments under the national “Made in Uzbekistan” brand. The head of the delegation presented the exhibition to representatives of the Turkmen Government, heads of ministries and agencies, and members of the diplomatic corps.

One of the key events was a series of B2B meetings between business representatives of the two countries. The talks focused on further developing trade and economic ties, increasing bilateral trade turnover, expanding export and import operations, and implementing new promising projects.

The meetings resulted in agreements to conclude trade contracts and maintain regular direct contacts to expand mutually beneficial cooperation and implement joint business projects.

In addition, delegation members familiarized themselves with the operations of shopping centers, major markets, and manufacturing enterprises in Turkmenistan.

An important part of the program was a visit by the Uzbek delegation to the Turkmenbashi International Seaport. During a meeting with the port’s management, the participants exchanged views on making effective use of its transport and logistics capabilities, increasing freight volumes, and developing practical cooperation between entrepreneurs of the two countries. They also familiarized themselves with the port’s modern infrastructure, international transport routes, logistics potential, and facilities available to business representatives.