Uzbekistan and Saratov Region to Launch Production of Spare Parts by End of 2026

Uzbekistan and the Saratov region plan to open a joint venture for the production of spare parts for railway locomotives by the end of 2026. This was announced by the governor of the Saratov region, Roman Busargin, following negotiations with the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Russia, Botirjon Asadov.

According to the governor, the launch of the production site for the release of components for diesel locomotive engines is scheduled for November-December 2026. The parties intend to establish supplies of parts for the needs of the transport sector of both sides.

The meeting also discussed the indicators of mutual trade. Busargin noted that the region's trade turnover with the republic in 2025 increased 2.4 times. Export deliveries of Saratov products grew 2.3 times last year, and in the first half of 2026, they increased by almost 12%. The main export positions include fertilizers, ferrous metals, inorganic chemistry, and oil and fat products.

In addition, the negotiators considered the prospects for cooperation in the agricultural sector, industry, and education between the region's universities and Uzbekistan.