Central Asia as a business location
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are among the most dynamic economic regions in Central Asia. Both countries are increasingly investing in the modernization of their industries, the expansion of infrastructure, and the diversification of their economies. While Kazakhstan, as a resource-rich country, offers particular potential in the energy sector, mechanical engineering, and logistics, Uzbekistan is increasingly emerging as an important hub for manufacturing, the textile industry, and agriculture.
Attractive business opportunities are opening up for German companies: there is a high demand for modern technology, expertise, and high-quality products. At the same time, both countries actively promote foreign investment and international cooperation. The region’s strategic location between Europe and Asia also makes it an important hub along new trade routes.
Against this backdrop, economic partnerships with companies from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are becoming increasingly important.
The Program
As part of the “Partnering in Business with Germany” program, Carl Duisberg GmbH will host a business delegation from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in Munich and Cologne from May 18 to June 5, 2026.
Initiated by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), the program is designed to facilitate targeted business relationships between German companies and companies from developing and emerging economies. The goal is to establish sustainable international partnerships and facilitate access to new markets.
The participating specialists and executives will receive targeted preparation for collaboration with German companies. Components of the program include:
- practical training
- company visits in Germany
- one-on-one meetings with potential business partners (B2B)
This combination enables concrete and sustainable business development between international and German companies.
The Participants and Their Goals
The delegation represents various industries in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan:
- Food and Agriculture
- Healthcare and Social Services
- Textiles and Apparel
- Chemical Industry
- Manufacturing and Production
- Trade and Distribution
- Construction and Materials
- Environmental and Waste Management
Goals of the Delegation – Your Opportunities for Collaboration
The participating companies are specifically seeking to engage with German partners to expand their business activities internationally. The focus is on modernizing technologies, expanding production capacities, and developing new, marketable products.
For German companies, this presents concrete opportunities for collaboration: The delegation is actively seeking technology providers, suppliers, distribution partners, and investors. Joint projects, including joint ventures, are also expressly encouraged.
In addition, many of the participants are planning to enter the German and European markets and are preparing to meet international standards and certifications. This opens up an early opportunity to position yourself as a reliable partner in new markets.
Your Added Value as a German Company
Take advantage of this opportunity to engage directly with business leaders who have decision-making authority and explore concrete opportunities for collaboration:
- Customized business development: Meet potential partners with concrete project ideas
- Market expansion: Access to dynamic markets in Central Asia
- Networking: Build long-term international business relationships
- Company presentation: Direct exchange with decision-makers
Interested in collaborating?
If you’re interested in connecting with participating companies or would like to meet the delegation during a company visit, please feel free to contact us.
We’ll help you identify suitable business partners and organize one-on-one meetings.
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