TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 14. ITOCHU and JOGMEC discussed opportunities to accelerate ongoing projects in geological exploration in Uzbekistan through investment, Trend reports via the press service of the Uzbek government.
The discussions were held during a meeting between representatives of the Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of Uzbekistan, led by Minister Bobir Islamov, and Japanese companies ITOCHU and JOGMEC.
The Japanese side emphasized proposals aimed at improving the efficiency of exploration activities and expanding investment participation in Uzbekistan’s mining sector, highlighting the strategic importance of bilateral cooperation.
Particular attention was paid to the introduction of new technologies in geological exploration in Uzbekistan.
ITOCHU Corporation is one of Japan's largest sogo shosha (general trading and investment companies). Tracing its roots back to 1858, the conglomerate manages global import, export, and business investments across diverse sectors, including textiles, machinery, metals, food, energy, and ICT.
JOGMEC (Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security) is a Japanese state-owned agency based in Tokyo. Established in 2004, it secures stable supplies of oil, natural gas, metals, and critical minerals for Japan while supporting Japanese companies in international resource exploration, development, and environmental protection.
