Amman, Oct. 26 (Petra) -- Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah and Uzbekistan's Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov discussed on Monday ways to boost economic, trade and investment cooperation, and preparations for the Uzbek president's upcoming visit to Jordan.

Qudah stressed the deep Jordanian-Uzbek ties, stressing the need to build on the outcomes of His Majesty King Abdullah II's visit to Uzbekistan and turning them into tangible economic projects and effective partnerships.

The two sides discussed arrangements for signing a preferential trade agreement during the presidential visit, underscoring its vital role in raising trade volume, stimulating joint investments and achieving integration in production chains.

They also reviewed strategic projects and joint feasibility studies in a number of key sectors, including mining, fertilizers, energy, and textile and chemical industries. They explored ways to use available industrial capacities in both countries to target international markets.

The ministers agreed to prepare for a joint Jordanian-Uzbek business forum on the sidelines of the president's visit.

The forum will include sector-specific meetings between business representatives and companies from both sides, aimed at building effective investment and trade partnerships. They also agreed to continue coordination to hold Joint Committee meetings after the visit to follow up on outcomes.

Kudratov said his country is keen to make the presidential visit a success and to achieve practical and fruitful results to enhance cooperation.

//Petra// NQ