6–11 April 2025 | Tashkent, Uzbekistan
The Global Trade & Technology Council (India) (GTTCI) led a focused business delegation to Uzbekistan from 6th to 11th April 2025, with the objective of strengthening bilateral partnerships and exploring project-based investment opportunities across key sectors. The delegation was led by Chairperson Dr. Rashmi Saluja, and comprised Mr. Shubham Gupta, Director – GTTCI, Adv. Sapna Chauhan, and Adv. Saharsh Jauhari. The visit was undertaken following priority proposals recommended by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in New Delhi.
Global Brand Development: 7SABER Sportswear & Manufacturing
GTTCI also held detailed discussions with the leadership of 7SABER, a rising Uzbek sportswear brand known for its performance-driven design and premium production. Backed by UZTEX Group, a major vertically integrated textile enterprise, 7SABER operates 7 stores in Uzbekistan and is already present in Russia and Azerbaijan.
After visiting their flagship store at Tashkent City Mall and touring UZTEX’s manufacturing units in Chirchik, Almalyk, and Bekabad, GTTCI proposed to:
- Act as Investor and Global Co-Promoter
- Launch the brand in India and beyond
- Support IPO planning, valuation, and due diligence
A Business & Brand Investment Fund will be established to accelerate 7SABER’s global expansion and market development.
Reviving an Icon: Hotel Uzbekistan
The GTTCI delegation was warmly received by Mr. Botir, General Director of Hotel Uzbekistan, where a detailed tour was conducted covering all operational floors and legacy infrastructure. Located at Amir Temur Square, the hotel is one of Tashkent’s most historic landmarks, built in 1974 with a robust Soviet-era design.
GTTCI has proposed to enter into a 30-year lease and operational agreement to transform the property into a premium hospitality and convention hub, supported by international investors. The hotel will also house GTTCI’s regional headquarters, enabling direct coordination of projects across Central Asia. A Hospitality Investment Fund will be launched to finance renovation, branding, and business development efforts.
Healthcare Transformation: Super-Speciality Hospital at Historic Polyclinic
A strategic meeting was held with Dr. Oybek and his team at the Republican Dermatovenerologic Clinical Hospital, which was originally established in 1905. The 60-bed government facility specializes in dermatology and cosmetology but lacks modern diagnostic equipment and infrastructure.
GTTCI has proposed a complete redevelopment of the facility into a 250-bed super-speciality hospital, with advanced dermatology, cosmetology, and radiology services. The hospital will be positioned as a medical tourism hub for patients from India and CIS countries. A Healthcare Investment Fund will be created to attract hospital operators, Indian healthcare brands, and impact investors.
Academic Collaboration: Medical Education & Student Mobility
In a promising development for international academic cooperation, GTTCI met with Mr. Iskandar, Executive Director of Tashkent International University and Kokand University. With three campuses and a capacity for 2,000 international students, the universities are fully prepared to welcome students from India, particularly in the field of medical education.
GTTCI will represent the institutions in India to support:
- Student admissions and outreach
- Recruitment of qualified Indian doctors as teaching faculty
- Institutional tie-ups with Indian hospitals for dual-degree and accreditation
- Outbound training programs and academic exchange
A dedicated Education Investment Fund will be established to support capacity building, infrastructure upgrades, and digitalization.
GTTCI’s Permanent Office in Uzbekistan
To coordinate its diverse and growing portfolio of initiatives in the region, GTTCI will establish a permanent regional office at Hotel Uzbekistan in Tashkent. This office will function as the Council’s base for all bilateral activities in trade promotion, investment facilitation, academic exchange, and strategic diplomacy.
Investment Instruments for Global Partnerships
To support the implementation of these projects, GTTCI will launch the following dedicated sectoral investment funds:
- Healthcare Investment Fund
- Education Investment Fund
- Hospitality Investment Fund
- Business & Brand Fund
These funds will be open to Indian and international investors, impact-focused institutions, and development partners to jointly contribute to the modernization and global integration of Uzbekistan’s strategic sectors.
Road to Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) – June 2025
To build upon the momentum of this visit, GTTCI will be leading a delegation of business leaders from healthcare, education, hospitality, and consumer sectors to the upcoming Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) in June 2025. The forum will offer a platform to deliberate on project frameworks, initiate MoUs, and present GTTCI’s sectoral investment funds to global investors.
A Blueprint for Bilateral Prosperity
GTTCI’s visit to Uzbekistan marks a new chapter in India–Uzbekistan economic collaboration. By combining diplomatic engagement with sector-specific investment models, GTTCI aims to deliver sustainable impact through high-quality infrastructure, world-class services, and cross-border cooperation.
Formal announcements regarding agreements, MoUs, and investor presentations will be released in the upcoming weeks.
