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Jamshid Kuchkarov discussed the AgriConnect project and the Water Compact initiative with the World Bank

Jamshid Kuchkarov discussed the AgriConnect project and the Water Compact initiative with the World Bank

In Bangkok, Minister of Economy and Finance Jamshid Kuchkarov held talks with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga.

The talks were attended by World Bank Managing Director of Operations Anna Bjerde, International Finance Corporation Regional Vice President for the Middle East and Central Asia Imad Fakhoury, Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Uzbekistan Nodirbek Ochilov, Advisor to the Minister of Economy and Finance Jasur Karshibaev, and other officials.

The parties focused on macroeconomic trends in Uzbekistan, the progress of structural reforms, and prospects for further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation.

During the dialogue, special emphasis was placed on ensuring sustainable economic growth, creating new jobs, and attracting private investment. The participants also exchanged views on expanding economic opportunities through the development of infrastructure, energy, agribusiness, healthcare, tourism, and high-value-added manufacturing.

Practical steps to implement the AgriConnect initiative, aimed at agricultural development, and the Water Compact project, aimed at improving water resources management efficiency, were reviewed separately. Following the negotiations, an agreement was reached to continue close partnership and expand joint initiatives.

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