On May 13, Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan Laziz Kudratov met with a delegation of one of the leading telecommunications companies of the United Arab Emirates “e&” (Etisalat). The delegation was headed by the company’s vice president Casim Abdullah.
According to the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, during the meeting the sides discussed the prospects for joint projects for the development of telecommunications and digital infrastructure in the country. In particular, they focused on investing in telecommunications companies, the establishment of data centers and the further expansion of digital solutions. The representatives of the “e&” company expressed their appreciation for the economic reforms carried out in Uzbekistan, the steps towards liberalization of the telecom market and the favorable environment created for foreign investors. As a result of the meeting, it was agreed to take practical steps to implement the initiatives discussed.