The recent meeting between representatives of Uzbek and Turkish businesses at the İskenderun Chamber of Commerce and Industry serves as further evidence of the growing strategic importance of logistics cooperation in Uzbekistan-Türkiye economic relations. While the discussions covered trade, investment, and export opportunities, their primary significance lies in demonstrating how both countries are increasingly focusing on transport connectivity and supply-chain development as a foundation for future economic growth.
The growing focus on logistics cooperation reflects the broader expansion of economic ties between Uzbekistan and Türkiye. During the Uzbek-Turkish Business Forum held in May 2026, officials noted that bilateral trade had increased by 43.8% over the previous five years, reaching $3.02 billion in 2025. Turkish investment in Uzbekistan reached $3.2 billion last year, while approximately 2,000 joint ventures currently operate in the country across sectors including construction, logistics, textiles, and manufacturing. As trade and investment volumes continue to expand, the need for efficient transport and logistics infrastructure is becoming increasingly important.
Over the past several years, logistics has become one of the key pillars of bilateral cooperation. As a landlocked country, Uzbekistan relies heavily on efficient transit routes to access international markets. Meanwhile, Türkiye occupies a unique geographical position connecting Central Asia with Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Strengthening logistics links between the two countries therefore offers mutual benefits, helping Uzbekistan improve access to global markets while reinforcing Türkiye’s role as a transit and distribution hub for Central Asian goods.
These priorities were reflected in the İskenderun meeting. Alongside discussions on expanding trade volumes, participants focused on improving logistics networks and establishing closer cooperation between businesses involved in freight transportation, warehousing, and export-oriented manufacturing. The Uzbek delegation’s visit to the İskenderun Organized Industrial Zone and logistics facilities further underscored the practical nature of these efforts, providing an opportunity to examine infrastructure, supply-chain management practices, and potential partnerships with Turkish logistics operators.
