European leather and footwear companies have expressed interest in collaborating with Uzbekistan, as reported by the "Uzcharmsanoat" press service.
A delegation from Uzbekistan attended the SIMAC 2023 exhibition in Milan, focused on leather processing and footwear technology. During this event, Fahruddin Boboyev, the head of the association, held a series of negotiations with potential partners from Italy and Germany.
The guests met with Roberto Vago, the Managing Director of the National Association of Italian Footwear and Leather Goods Manufacturers (ASSOMAC). They discussed the entry of Uzbek suppliers onto the global stage and the launch of joint projects.
Italian companies have proposed allocating $1.5mn to establish a technological center for the leather and footwear industry. This center will manufacture and service equipment for leather and textile enterprises.
It is expected that the new center will facilitate the organization of joint ventures with Italy. The Aldo Brué brand has already expressed its intention to start producing premium-class footwear in Uzbekistan.
Additionally, representatives of "Uzcharmsanoat" held several meetings with the Federal Association of the German Footwear and Leather Industry at the event. Both parties agreed to create a special program to attract German brands to Uzbekistan.
In October, a delegation from six leading German companies will visit the country. It is anticipated that its members will familiarize themselves with local production and establish agreements with local companies.
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