On May 12, 2026, Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan Laziz Kudratov received a Brazilian delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro Vieira. The meeting focused on strengthening economic ties between Brazil and Uzbekistan and identifying concrete steps to expand bilateral trade and investment.
Both sides noted that trade between the two countries has grown steadily in recent years, reaching approximately USD 300 million in 2025. Officials expressed confidence that this momentum can be accelerated through targeted cooperation in priority sectors.
Priority Sectors for Cooperation
Discussions covered a wide range of industries where Brazil and Uzbekistan complement each other’s strengths:
- Agriculture and food products
- Energy and renewable resources
- Aviation and aerospace components
- Pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
- Textile and cotton processing
Business-to-Business Forum
As part of the visit, a B2B forum brought together more than 50 entrepreneurs from both countries. Participants explored supply-chain partnerships, joint ventures, and export opportunities across the Brazil–Uzbekistan corridor.
The forum highlighted Uzbekistan’s ongoing market reforms and Brazil’s position as a global supplier of agricultural commodities, creating strong foundations for long-term commercial relationships.
Looking Ahead
Ministers agreed to continue dialogue through existing diplomatic channels and to support business missions that connect producers, distributors, and investors on both sides. The meeting underscores the growing strategic importance of Brazil–Central Asia trade links.
