The key facts

  • The meeting was held within the framework of implementing the decree of the President of Uzbekistan PQ–163 of May 1, 2026 on the development of hydropower
  • Topics discussed included attracting international investment, modernizing capacities, and personnel exchange
  • The parties declared their readiness to expand practical partnership and develop new joint projects

Meeting of company leaderships

Chairman of the board of Uzbekhydroenergo JSC Islom Abdurakhmonov met with the leadership of the Chinese corporation China Energy International Group — one of China's large state-owned energy companies. According to Kun.uz, the meeting addressed the implementation of promising investment projects, the introduction of modern technologies, and the development of long-term strategic cooperation.

Context of the government decree

The discussion was held within the framework of implementing the tasks defined by the decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan PQ–163 of May 1, 2026, 'On urgent measures for the further development of the hydropower sector'.

Topics of negotiations

The parties considered issues of attracting international investment, jointly developing and implementing promising hydropower projects, modernizing existing capacities, as well as introducing modern technologies and advanced engineering solutions. Separate attention was given to increasing production efficiency, expanding cooperation with the company's design institutes, personnel exchange, and professional development of specialists. The application of international experience in local conditions to ensure the sustainable development of Uzbekistan's hydropower was also discussed.

Outcomes of the meeting

Following the meeting, the parties declared their readiness to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation, expand practical partnership, and develop and implement new joint projects.

About the Chinese partner

China Energy International Group is an international structure within the large Chinese state-owned energy and engineering corporation China Energy Engineering Group ('Energy China'). The company has significant experience in designing and building major energy facilities in China and abroad. China Gezhouba Group Corporation, part of the group, participated in the largest hydropower projects in the world. According to the publication, the significance of the cooperation is determined by China Energy International Group's international standing, its experience in building large infrastructure, and its potential in implementing comprehensive engineering solutions.