Uzbekistan positions itself as hub for Indian business, students & tourists in Central Asia

An Indo-Uzbek Education & Business Summit 2025, held in New Delhi, marked a significant step in advancing collaboration between India and Uzbekistan across education, business, healthcare, tourism, and culture.

Facilitated by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in India & organized by MD House, the forum last Sunday brought together over 100 prominent guests, including university rectors, investors, senior officials, and business leaders from both nations.

In his keynote address, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan Sardor Rustambaev highlighted Uzbekistan's growing appeal to Indian students, especially in the field of medical education.


“Uzbekistan is a paradise for Indian students,” he stated, noting that over 10,000 Indian students are currently pursuing medical education in Uzbekistan.
Uzbek medical universities offer: 6-year MD programs (including a 1-year internship); 100% English-medium instruction; linical training in government hospitals & Medical licensure upon completion

The forum featured prominent representatives from leading Uzbek universities, including: Samarkand State Medical University; Bukhara State Medical Institute; Namangan Medical Institute; Turon University; Andijan State Medical Institute and Journalism and Mass Communications University of Uzbekistan.

Uzbekistan is also emerging as an investment destination for Indian entrepreneurs in sectors such as Pharmaceuticals; Agriculture and food processing; Education and skill development and Infrastructure, IT, and logistics.

“We welcome Indian investors with open arms,” said Rustambaev. “Our government supports direct collaboration in many sectors.”

The forum also celebrated the deep cultural ties and tourism potential between the two countries. Uzbekistan, rich in Silk Road heritage, is seeing increased interest from Indian travellers drawn to cities like Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, known for their UNESCO sites, vibrant
bazaars, and shared cultural traditions.

The Indo-Uzbek Education & Business Summit 2025 reaffirmed both nations’ commitment to strengthening partnerships in education, investment, and people-to-people engagement — reinforcing a shared vision of mutual growth and cultural harmony.