- by foxnews
- 17 Nov 2024
The inaugural GTF Fergana Investment and Tourism Forum, held at the historic Palace of Khudáyár Khán, has concluded with remarkable success, signaling a new chapter for Fergana as a burgeoning hub for tourism and investment in Central Asia.
The forum attracted delegations from over 30 countries, including global leaders, investors, and industry experts, culminating in the signing of $25 million in initial investment contracts.
Expectations are high, with projections of the total investment reaching $250 million within the next year.
With these significant investment contracts, we are on track to realize our vision of becoming a leading hub for tourism and business in Central Asia.
Gul Muattar Ergen, Director of the World Tourism Forum Institute in Turkic States, underscored the importance of cross-border collaboration.
"This forum showcases the growing spirit of cooperation within the Turkic world.
Khurshidjon Ahmedov, Deputy Governor of Fergana Region, highlighted infrastructure development as a priority for sustained growth.
Kairatt Sadvakassow, President of the Kazakh Tourism Committee, remarked, "Heritage is the cornerstone of sustainable investments.
The GTF Fergana Investment and Tourism Forum established itself as a significant platform for fostering long-term partnerships and promoting sustainable development.
The region looks forward to building on this momentum as it aims to host the forum as an annual event.
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