TOKYO, October 12. /Dunyo IA/.   Embassy of Uzbekistan in Japan hosted a meeting with Youhei Kawamura. Professor of Hokkaido University, Faculty of Engineering Sustainable Resources Engineering, focusing on the prospects for cooperation in the mining industry, environmental safety and digital technologies, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Japanese side presented the “Smart Mining Plus” concept, which envisages the deployment of artificial intelligence, digital twins of mineral deposits, and environmental monitoring systems to enhance resource extraction efficiency and reduce ecological impact.

Parties discussed Uzbekistan's potential in the extraction of rare and critical minerals, as well as the feasibility of implementing joint research and development projects involving Japanese universities, scientific institutions and corporations.

Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to sustain engagement with Japanese partners to identify prospective avenues of cooperation with the relevant ministries and agencies of Uzbekistan.