VITEBSK, October 18. /Dunyo IA/.   A delegation from Andijan Region, led by regional Governor Shukhratbek Abdurakhmonov, visited Belarus’s Vitebsk Region to implement agreements reached at the highest level, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Visit programme focused on translating interregional cooperation into practical outcomes and included the launch of investment projects and the conclusion of long-term commercial agreements. In particular, “Andijan-Mayak” farm began operations in Ushachy District, while the “Andijon” restaurant opened in Vitebsk.

In Gorodok District, a capsule-laying ceremony was held at the site designated for the construction of the “Navruz” livestock complex. The project envisages a modern cattle-breeding and fattening facility with a capacity of up to 4,000 head of cattle, together with a slaughtering and meat-processing facility and residential infrastructure.

Speaking at the ceremony, Chairman of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee Alexander Rogozhnik underscored the project’s significance for bilateral relations. He noted that the initiative had been made possible through the efforts of the Presidents of Uzbekistan and Belarus, Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Alexander Lukashenko and emphasised that the friendship between the two peoples provides a solid foundation for mutually beneficial business cooperation.

Around 20 farms involving Uzbek capital are currently operating in Vitebsk Region, contributing to the development of the livestock sector.

Trade cooperation is also gaining momentum. “Andijan” Trade House in Vitebsk regularly supplies the Belarusian market with substantial consignments of textiles, fruit and vegetables from Andijan Region.

During the visit, the delegation also met with Uzbek students studying at P.M.Masherov Vitebsk State University. Discussions with the university’s Rector Valentina Bogatyryova focused on training specialists in line with the needs of investment projects and on employment opportunities for graduates within the regional economy.

Working visit of the Governor of Andijan Region received extensive coverage in the Belarusian media.