TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, October 8. Fergana Regional Governor Khayrullo Bozorov met with Koo Ki-Do, CEO of South Korea’s AHA Co., Ltd, to review the progress of the company’s $20 million pilot project in the Eco City area of Fergana, Trend reports.
The project is centered on the production of advanced electronic boards and charging devices for electric vehicles, while actively seeking avenues for expanded collaboration. The new manufacturing facility will produce interactive flat panel displays (IFPDs), EV charging equipment, medical devices, and additional products intended for both domestic consumption and international export. Operations are slated to commence next year, and upon reaching full operational capacity, the plant is projected to generate over 200 new employment opportunities, complemented by specialized training programs designed to enhance the skills of local personnel. In a subsequent phase, the facility plans to initiate television production.
During the meeting, the growing interest of Korean investors in the Fergana region was also highlighted. The parties discussed organizing a business forum during the regional delegation’s visit to South Korea in October, as well as implementing new agreements in education, information technology, artificial intelligence, and other strategic sectors.
Governor Bozorov reaffirmed the regional administration’s commitment to supporting foreign investment initiatives, emphasizing that all necessary assistance will be provided to ensure the successful implementation of the AHA Co., Ltd project. Future areas of cooperation were identified, and concrete practical measures were agreed upon to advance collaboration.
During the period from January through August 2025, bilateral trade between Uzbekistan and South Korea surged to $1.1 billion, representing 2.2 percent of Uzbekistan’s total foreign trade volume. South Korea continues to occupy a crucial role within Uzbekistan’s strategic trade framework. Within this timeframe, it ranked as the fifth-largest partner among the country’s key trading nations, underscoring the sustained importance of economic relations between the two countries.
