The proposal was made during the minister's working visit to Uzbekistan at a meeting with his colleague Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov. The negotiations aim to fulfill the agreements of Presidents Sadyr Japarov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev to expand agricultural cooperation.
Export Simplification and New Projects
In addition to tax issues, the parties discussed creating conditions for faster product transit through the border. Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov expressed readiness to facilitate the implementation of a "green corridor" for the import of potatoes and other agricultural goods from Kyrgyzstan.
As part of bilateral cooperation, the launch of new production capacities is planned. There are intentions to establish a joint venture in Kyrgyzstan dedicated to the processing and storage of agricultural products. The project is planned to be financed through the Kyrgyz-Uzbek Development Fund.
An agreement was also reached on the development of seed production: seed production is planned to be organized within Kyrgyzstan for subsequent sale in the Uzbekistan market.
Context
The issue of abolishing VAT on potato exports was previously raised by President Sadyr Japarov following appeals from farmers in the Talas region.
