Fergana Region, Uzbekistan, is emerging as a new hotspot for industrial capacity cooperation between China and Uzbekistan. Recently, Governor Bozorov met with a visiting delegation of Chinese enterprises, and the two sides reached multiple consensuses on the implementation of large-scale industrial projects. A key topic was the construction of a modern production base in the Bagdad District integrating building materials and metal structures, alongside discussions on extending cooperation to other manufacturing sectors.

The Chinese representatives detailed the project plan—covering the introduction of advanced technologies, supply chain localization, and phased capacity expansion—and expressed a commitment to long-term engagement in the Uzbek market. Governor Bozorov responded positively, emphasizing that every high-quality investment project acts as a "driver" for the regional economy; such projects not only create numerous jobs but also strengthen local industrial ecosystems and enhance the export competitiveness of products. Keywords: China-Uzbekistan cooperation, building materials production, metal structures, manufacturing investment

This collaboration aligns with Uzbekistan's recent infrastructure boom and its import substitution strategy. Driven by accelerating urbanization and the launch of major engineering projects, there is robust demand for building materials and metal structures. Once operational, the facility will not only serve the domestic market but also leverage its strategic location in the heart of Central Asia to reach neighboring countries, becoming a vital link in the regional supply chain. Manufacturing is evolving from a mere supplement to traditional trade into a new growth engine for investment cooperation between China and Uzbekistan.Editor/Sunyaxin