JICA will provide Uzbekistan with a loan for the construction and equipping of a neurology and stroke medical center.

This event was discussed during the meeting between Shavkat Mirziyoyev and JICA President Akihiko Tanaka, which took place on January 21. The parties also addressed other issues related to expanding practical cooperation and promoting joint initiatives.

In particular, they discussed the establishment of a special economic zone for Japanese investors, the opening of a Japanese university, and partnership in the field of vocational education.

The President of Uzbekistan supported plans to expand JICA's activities in our country.

During the meeting, it was noted that the current portfolio of joint projects in the areas of energy, transportation, agriculture, water management, healthcare, education, and other sectors exceeds $8 billion. Last year, a three-year cooperation program was adopted.

Furthermore, there are currently operating the Uzbek-Japanese Human Resource Development Center and the Youth Innovation Center in the country. Through the agency, over 2,500 Uzbek specialists have completed courses and internships in Japan. Volunteers from this country contribute to the implementation of important social and humanitarian projects in Uzbekistan.