BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 12. Uzbekistan’s
Fergana region and Saudi Arabia’s Alkhorayef Water and Power
Technologies discussed potential public-private partnership (PPP)
projects to modernize drinking water, wastewater and irrigation
infrastructure during a meeting in Riyadh on Oct. 10.
This was reflected in the statement by the Fergana regional
government, following a meeting between Fergana Region Governor
Khairullo Bozorov and Ahmad Almansour, chief investment officer of
Alkhorayef Water and Power Technologies, during a working visit to
Saudi Arabia. Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Nodirjon
Turgunov, also attended the meeting.
The discussions focused on attracting investment to major
infrastructure projects, modernizing engineering and utility
networks, and introducing advanced technologies to improve the
efficiency of existing facilities.
"The governor of the region stressed that the creation of decent
living conditions for the population and the formation of a modern
infrastructure conducive to the development of entrepreneurial
activity are among the priorities in the Ferghana region," the
statement said.
Additionally, the governor emphasized the importance of
public-private partnerships and international expertise in
developing and modernizing drinking water supply, wastewater
management and irrigation systems.
Representatives of Alkhorayef Water and Power Technologies
presented the company’s experience in water supply, wastewater
treatment and infrastructure management. The parties also explored
opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation in Fergana.
Following the meeting, the sides agreed to jointly assess
potential infrastructure projects in the region, identify priority
areas and advance practical cooperation under the PPP model.
Cooperation with Saudi infrastructure companies could help
Fergana attract private capital, introduce modern water management
technologies and improve the reliability of essential utility
services. Such projects could also support regional development,
improve living standards and create more favorable conditions for
businesses and investment.
