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Uzbekistan Hosts the 25th Anniversary International Food Exhibition UzFood 2026
03 Apr. 08:51The capital city of Uzbekistan has officially launched the 25th International Exhibition for Food, Ingredients, and Production Technologies, known as UzFood 2026. This landmark event marks a quarter-century of bringing together global food industry leaders and technological innovators. The exhibition serves as a vital hub for showcasing the latest trends in global food production and processing within the Central Asian region.
The event features a diverse array of participants from nations such as China, Turkey, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, among others. Exhibitors are presenting a wide range of products, from raw ingredients to advanced manufacturing machinery designed to optimize food processing. This year’s focus highlights high-efficiency production methods and sustainable food solutions catering to modern consumer demands.
A dedicated business-to-business (B2B) platform is operating throughout the exhibition to facilitate professional networking and direct negotiations between international stakeholders. This allows producers, suppliers, and distributors to explore potential partnerships and sign strategic trade agreements on-site. The interactive nature of the forum encourages the exchange of technical expertise and encourages cross-border investment.
Scheduled to run until April 3rd, the exhibition is expected to draw thousands of industry professionals and visitors. According to reports from major news agencies, the event is playing a crucial role in diversifying the regional food market and introducing international standards to local industries. UzFood 2026 remains a premiere destination for those looking to expand their footprint in the international food and beverage landscape.


Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and PETRONAS Sign New Memorandum
23 Aug. 14:31The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan and PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn. Bhd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance cooperation in education and vocational training. The signing meeting involved Minister of Education J. Gurbangeldiyev, Malaysian Ambassador Mohd Suhaimi bin Ahmad Tajuddin, and PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) CEO Ismadi bin Ismail.
The agreement coincides with the 30th anniversary of PETRONAS's operations in Turkmenistan's oil and gas sector. Discussions focused on qualifying skilled workforce candidates for the energy industry, extending scholarship opportunities for Turkmen students at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, and advancing professional development programs.
To date, Turkmenistan and Malaysia have established nearly 20 educational agreements. During the recent visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Turkmenistan, three additional agreements were finalized between local universities and Universiti Tenaga Nasional to support academic mobility and exchange initiatives.