Why is this important
The discussion of specific project initiatives between Central Asia and Japan shows that the emphasis on cooperation has shifted from declarations to practical development tools. This is about creating infrastructural, technological, and investment mechanisms capable of influencing the long-term economic transformation of the region. For Central Asia, this means an attempt to attract Japanese capital, technology, and management expertise in a systematic format.
What does this mean
- During his participation in the first summit of the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue, the leader of Uzbekistan proposed holding summits at the level of heads of state every two years and expressed his readiness to host one such meeting in our country.
- The Japanese initiative to create a permanent mechanism for cooperation in the field of justice and law was supported.
- Representatives of Central Asia and Japan discussed the launch of new joint projects in infrastructure, industry, digital technologies, and green energy.
- Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed to establish an investment fund for the development of infrastructure and industry of Central Asia.
- A proposal was put forward to create a Central Asian network of Japanese technoparks as a regional platform for industrial cooperation, production localization, and technology transfer.
Numbers and facts
- The initiative to form a “Central Asia — Japan” digital hub for cooperation in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, and the innovation economy was discussed.
- The network of Japanese technoparks is expected to be used to localize production, develop industrial cooperation, and transfer technologies in the region.
- The parties considered the prospects for implementing joint projects in the field of “green” energy, including the introduction of cogeneration technologies, reduction of losses, and capture of carbon dioxide.
Context
- The proposed projects create a foundation for the emergence of new growth points in industry and the digital economy in Central Asia. The investment fund and technoparks can simplify the attraction of Japanese companies and technologies to the region.
- The creation of a digital hub and the development of green projects indicate that cooperation is focused on innovation and sustainable development, and not just on traditional infrastructure.
