Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The meeting focused on the sustainable development of tourism in Uzbekistan, the integrated development of areas with high tourism potential, and the creation of modern tourism infrastructure.

It was noted that tourism in Uzbekistan is steadily developing as one of the key drivers of the national economy, with its role in the country’s economic development continuing to grow.

Particular attention was paid to the integrated development of promising tourism areas based on master plans. In particular, under a relevant resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan adopted in April this year, the State Institution “Project Office for Tourism Infrastructure Development” was established under the Tourism Committee. The initiative provides for the comprehensive development of 30 new tourism areas based on master plans by 2030. In this regard, the parties discussed Arup’s potential participation in the implementation of these projects.

Founded in the United Kingdom in 1946, Arup is one of the world’s leading engineering and consulting firms. The company specialises in the comprehensive design and delivery of major infrastructure, transport, urban development and tourism projects. Its areas of expertise include master planning, urban infrastructure development, hotel construction and sustainable development. Arup operates through more than 100 offices in 37 countries. During the meeting, the company’s representatives expressed interest in opening a representative office in Tashkent.

The company’s representatives were also invited to participate in the 31st Tashkent International Tourism Fair “Tourism on the Silk Road” (TITF–2026), scheduled to take place in Tashkent on 25–27 November 2026, as well as in the Investment Forum to be held as part of the fair. The guests expressed their readiness to attend these events, including as speakers at the Investment Forum.

Following the meeting, the sides expressed their readiness to continue cooperation in the agreed areas and pursue mutually beneficial initiatives. In particular, they supported the proposal to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the State Institution “Project Office for Tourism Infrastructure Development” under the Tourism Committee.