Uzbekistan, CSCEC Discuss New Construction Projects

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, Ilzat Kasimov, held talks with the leadership of China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), one of the world’s largest construction companies.

The delegation included CSCEC President Wen Bing, Chairman of the Board of China Construction Fifth Engineering Division Tian Weiguo, as well as heads of CSCEC International and China Construction Sausum divisions.

The parties discussed the current status of joint investment projects and prospects for expanding cooperation. During the meeting, an analysis of ongoing programs was conducted and opportunities for launching new initiatives were reviewed.

The Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade noted that CSCEC holds leading positions in the global construction industry, ranking among the largest companies in the Fortune Global 500 and taking first place among international contractors according to Engineering News-Record (ENR).

At present, the corporation is involved in several major projects in Uzbekistan, including the reconstruction of Tashkent’s road infrastructure under EPC+F terms, the construction of a solar power plant, and the Haitong City multifunctional complex.

Following the talks, participants confirmed their interest in further strengthening the strategic partnership and agreed to maintain regular direct contacts to accelerate the implementation of new projects and investment initiatives.