What changed: On 29 October 2026, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed an agreement establishing the High-Level Council for the Support of the Business World. The Council, co-chaired by Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz and the Head of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan, will meet at regular intervals to accelerate joint trade and investment projects.
Who is affected
The source states the Council covers business organizations and public-private sector cooperation between the two countries; no specific industry limitation is given.
What it means for your business
For Turkish businesses trading with or investing in Uzbekistan, this means access to cooperation and joint project opportunities organized through regular Council meetings between the two governments.
What to watch
There is no action required right now. When the Council's meetings and joint project opportunities are detailed, assess your trade or investment plans for the Uzbek market accordingly.
Timing
The agreement was signed on 29 October 2026; the source does not state an entry-into-force date.