TASHKENT, June 20. /Dunyo IA/. Within the framework of the 5^th Tashkent International Investment Forum, an Uzbek-Indian business forum and a specialized panel session were held under the symbolic title “Uzbekistan – India: Two Nations, One Vision for Creating the Next Investment Hub”, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

The event became an important platform for strengthening economic ties and elevating bilateral cooperation to a qualitatively new level.

The main objective of the forum was to strengthen direct and open dialogue between business communities of the two countries, discuss flagship investment projects, and provide a strong impetus for the development of trade, economic, and technological partnership. The high level of interest in the event was confirmed by the presence of more than 100 investors from India and over 50 Uzbek entrepreneurs.

Speakers at the session included ambassadors of both countries, as well as top managers of government institutions and major companies. In their speeches, they highlighted the significant changes in Uzbekistan’s investment climate, consistent economic reforms, and unprecedented incentives for foreign partners.

The discussions focused on key future-oriented sectors, including pharmaceuticals, industry, advanced information technologies, education, green energy, tourism, and the agro-industrial complex.

Participants explored in detail areas of mutual business interest, noting the strong synergistic effect of combining Indian technologies with Uzbekistan’s industrial potential.

The highlight of the business forum was intensive B2B negotiations. Business representatives held a series of meetings during which practical aspects of cooperation were discussed in real time, including fruit processing, IT development, educational exchanges, and energy projects. The sides exchanged experience, considered mechanisms for technology transfer, and outlined plans for joint ventures.

Following the negotiations, a number of agreements were reached on specific projects. The events laid a strong foundation for new investment initiatives and confirmed the mutual commitment to deepening the strategic partnership.