The United States and Uzbekistan have signed a series of major agreements covering critical minerals, agriculture, infrastructure, aviation, and technology, marking what U.S. President Donald Trump called an “incredible trade and economic deal worth $100 billion.”
The signing ceremony took place on November 6 in Washington, D.C., following a business roundtable attended by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. The deals involve both government bodies and major American corporations, signaling a new phase of strategic economic cooperation between the two nations.
Key Agreements Signed
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Rare Earth Elements Cooperation:
Agreement between the Uzbek Ministry of Geology and Denali Exploration Group on the exploration and production of rare earth elements. -
Critical Minerals Projects:
The Uzbek Reconstruction and Development Fund signed an accord with Re Element Technologies to develop rare earth and critical metals projects. -
Pumping Station Modernization:
Partnership between the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade and Flowserve Corporation to modernize Uzbekistan’s water infrastructure. -
Water-Saving Technologies:
Agreement between the Ministry of Agriculture and Valmont Industries Inc. on implementing advanced irrigation and water-efficient technologies. -
Artificial Intelligence Cooperation:
Memorandum between the Ministry of Digital Technologies and Palo Alto Networks to expand collaboration in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. -
Aviation Contract:
Uzbekistan Airways signed a major expansion deal with Boeing, increasing its firm order for 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft from 14 to 22 jets. -
Agricultural Trade:
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Contract between Datacrop (Uzbekistan) and Louis Dreyfus Company (U.S.) for the supply of soybeans and soybean meal.
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Agreement between Uzsanatexport and Cargill for the supply of cotton.
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Trump’s Statement
On his Truth Social page, President Donald Trump announced the deal, calling it “one of the most significant trade achievements” between the two countries:
“I am pleased to announce an incredible trade and economic agreement between the United States and Uzbekistan. Over the next three years, Uzbekistan will purchase and invest nearly $35 billion, and over the following decade more than $100 billion, in key U.S. industries including critical minerals, aviation, automotive components, infrastructure, agriculture, energy, chemicals, and information technology,” Trump wrote.
He also thanked President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for his leadership and partnership:
“I want to thank the highly respected President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship between our nations.”
Strategic Context
The landmark agreements underline Uzbekistan’s expanding cooperation with U.S. industries as it pursues rapid modernization across its energy, mining, and technology sectors.
For Washington, the deal strengthens access to critical raw materials such as rare earths and lithium, aligning with broader U.S. efforts to diversify supply chains away from China.
