Shorouk Express
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, August 4. A delegation
from the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of the
Republic of Uzbekistan visited the US to promote Uzbek-made
products, expand export opportunities, and strengthen bilateral
trade and economic relations, Trend reports.
In the course of the visit, the Ministry organized the
participation of 25 local textile enterprises under the unified
brand Made in Uzbekistan at the international exhibitions Texworld
NYC, Apparel Sourcing US, and Home Textiles Sourcing Expo, held in
New York.
As part of the exhibitions, meetings were held with several
leading companies and industry associations, including Bunzl plc,
Levi Strauss & Co., PVH Corp., G-III Apparel Group, Kontoor Brands,
American Eagle Outfitters, Tapestry Inc., Macy’s, American Apparel
& Footwear Association (AAFA), United States Fashion Industry
Association (USFIA), Oritain, and others. Discussions focused on
market access for Uzbek manufacturers in the U.S., as well as
sourcing-based procurement mechanisms.
In addition, MIIT representatives met with the U.S. Department
of Commerce, where both sides expressed mutual interest in
developing a framework to boost trade turnover, reduce trade
barriers, and enhance investment cooperation. Opportunities to
expand the export of Uzbek goods, including textiles, construction
materials, electrical products, and agricultural produce, were also
discussed. Special attention was given to entering major
marketplaces such as Amazon and Walmart, as well as retail chains
including Whole Foods Market, Bloomingdale’s, and The Home
Depot.
During discussions with the Commercial Law Development Program
(CLDP) under the U.S. Department of Commerce, an agreement was
reached to organize joint webinars and training seminars for Uzbek
companies on certification and packaging requirements aligned with
U.S. market standards. The delegation also met with the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Cotton Association to
explore the supply of American cotton to Uzbekistan under the
GSM-102 credit guarantee program, including the possibility of
raising the credit limit and launching the Made from U.S. Cotton
initiative to promote cotton-based products in international
markets.
The Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of the Republic
of Uzbekistan continues its consistent efforts to develop the
country’s export potential and promote national products in global
markets.
Meanwhile, trade turnover between Uzbekistan and the U.S.
totaled $351.3 million from January through May 2025, marking a
decrease from $390.6 million in the same period of 2024, signaling
a modest decline in bilateral trade volumes.
