Uzbekistan sees Poland as key gateway for exports to Europe

Uzbekistan views Poland as a key transit route for bringing its products to European markets. The president has instructed officials to prepare proposals to reduce logistics costs and to consider the possibility of establishing a dedicated logistics lane at the Brest border crossing.

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Amid the current geopolitical situation, the cost of transporting cargo to Europe has doubled, negatively affecting the competitiveness of Uzbek-made products. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated this at a meeting held on January 15.

It was emphasized that Poland is considered the main gateway for entering European markets and that Uzbekistan’s ambassador to the country should come forward with proposals aimed at reducing logistics costs.

Relevant officials were instructed to reach an agreement with their Polish counterparts on opening a separate lane for Uzbek freight carriers at the Brest border crossing.

In addition, responsible ministries were tasked with holding a meeting of the Uzbekistan–Romania Intergovernmental Commission and reaching concrete agreements to expand economic relations.

It was also stressed that establishing a trade house in Romania’s city of Constanta and doubling exports to the country in 2026 is an important objective.