Malaysia and Fergana Explore Wider Cooperation in Agriculture and Food Industries
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia and Uzbekistan’s Fergana Region are looking to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food industries, paving the way for greater economic growth and enhanced food security for both sides.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said the matter was among the key topics discussed during his official meeting with Fergana Governor Khayrullo Bozorov.
He described Fergana as one of Uzbekistan’s most important agricultural regions, known for its fertile land and diverse agricultural output that contributes significantly to the country’s economy.
According to Mohamad, the region’s strengths in horticulture, fruit cultivation and agro-based food production provide vast opportunities for Malaysia to expand cooperation in several strategic areas.
“Malaysia always welcomes strategic collaborations that offer mutual benefits to both parties.
“Among the areas that can be explored are agricultural technology, agro-food processing, food production, value-added agricultural industries and human capital development,” he said in a statement today.
He noted that such cooperation would not only strengthen bilateral ties but also encourage investment, technology transfer and knowledge sharing between industry players and farmers from both countries.
Mohamad described Fergana as a dynamic region with a strong agricultural foundation and growing economic potential, making it an important strategic partner for Malaysia.
During the meeting, he also invited Khayrullo and his delegation to attend the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition 2026, which is scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 6.
He said the exhibition would serve as an ideal platform to showcase Malaysia’s agricultural capabilities while fostering stronger cooperation with international industry stakeholders.
“I believe the close relationship between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, particularly the Fergana Region, will create more opportunities for strategic collaboration that will benefit the people of both countries in the long run,” he said.
Mohamad added that expanding international cooperation in agriculture remains essential to ensuring the sector remains resilient, innovative and capable of meeting future challenges.
