Uzbek Ambassador Holds Fruitful Talks in Spanish Autonomous Community of Navarre

Ambassador of Uzbekistan Farrukh Tursunov visited the Spanish Autonomous Community of Navarre, where he held a number of meetings and negotiations. 

A meeting was held with the President of Navarra, María Chivite, during which the parties expressed their readiness to strengthen bilateral ties. Particular attention was paid to cooperation in energy, agriculture, the automotive industry, tourism, and cultural exchange. Issues of labor migration were also discussed, specifically the recruitment of Uzbek specialists for Navarra’s construction and agricultural sectors.

Negotiations with Enhol Group focused on implementing projects to establish solar and wind power plants in Karakalpakstan, as well as introducing renewable energy sources to supply power to pumping stations along the Amu-Bukhara Canal. Representatives of the company expressed interest in developing sustainable renewable energy production in Uzbekistan and expanding the supply chain by creating new capacities in the republic while optimizing logistics.

Meanwhile, the management of KWD Auto expressed interest in establishing industrial cooperation with Uzbek enterprises and creating a joint production facility for auto components. During these negotiations, the parties also discussed the possibility of an exchange of expertise with one of Uzbekistan’s free economic zones—the Jizzakh FEZ.

During a meeting with the rector of the University of Navarra, María Iraburu, discussions centered on academic exchange opportunities, the development of joint scientific projects, and internships for Uzbek specialists in medicine, pharmaceuticals, and business. The parties agreed to hold a video conference with the participation of relevant Uzbek institutions to further develop these initiatives.

Additionally, it was noted that direct flights on the Tashkent–Madrid–Tashkent route will be launched in April 2025, providing an additional boost to tourism and business ties between the two countries. Plans are also underway to actively promote Uzbekistan’s tourism potential in Navarra, opening up new opportunities for cultural exchange and economic cooperation.