At the outset of the meeting, the head of state expressed gratitude to the President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Odile Renaud-Basso, for her consistent support of the ongoing reforms in Uzbekistan and for effectively chairing the council.
The President also expressed sincere appreciation to the heads of international organizations and foreign companies participating in the forum.
It was noted that in recent years, the Foreign Investors Council has transformed from a mere advisory mechanism into a platform for practical reforms, serving as a reliable bridge between New Uzbekistan and the global investment community.
The head of state highlighted that the council now holds the status of an independent association and has risen to the level of a truly strong institution.
It was reported that over the past year, the number of council participants has grown from 54 to 85 companies. They cover 23 sectors of the economy and are directly involved in the activities of working groups.
Furthermore, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the Asian Development Bank, and the International Finance Corporation are operating as part of the council's Executive Committee.
