A business delegation from the city of Fergana, Uzbekistan, visits Zibo. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A business delegation from the city of Fergana, Uzbekistan, recently paid a visit to Zibo, deepening relations between the two cities and laying a solid foundation for cooperation in industrial transfer and replacement.

The delegation visited Shandong Xinxu Group, touring the company's production workshops and technical research center. Throughout the visit, members of the delegation praised the modern equipment and efficient management of Zibo's enterprises, while also highly commending the achievements of the enterprises in technological innovation and green development.

Additionally, the delegation participated in a symposium hosted by the Zhangdian Economic Development Zone. During the symposium, both parties engaged in in-depth discussions on industrial transfer and replacement projects in Zibo. Members of the Uzbekistan delegation explained the current development status and future plans of the mining industry in Fergana, expressing their desire to engage in further cooperation and exchanges with enterprises in Zibo's mining sector.

The visit resulted in closer ties between Zibo and Fergana. Both cities believe they have broad prospects for cooperation, which can be realized through technological collaboration, resource sharing, and more.

Meanwhile, both parties hope that in the future, they can jointly promote sustainable industrial development, making greater contributions to the economic development and social progress of China and Uzbekistan.