President Shavkat Mirziyoyev left for Andijan region on May 21 to familiarize himself with the progress of socio-economic reforms and the life of the population.

During the trip, familiarization with agricultural and industrial enterprises, carried out creative work is planned.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev got acquainted with the activities of VBM Textile Group, a limited liability company in the city of Andijan.

The enterprise building has been vacant for almost thirteen years. The situation completely changed when the object was transferred to the entrepreneur at a “zero” cost. Construction and repair work for $ 6.5 million was completed, sewing and weaving machines from the USA, Italy and Japan were installed.

A modern enterprise was launched ten days ago. It produces an average of 11 million units of finished knitwear per year.

Export agreements were signed with CIS countries on the supply of products worth $ 27 million. To expand the geography of exports, negotiations are underway with countries of the European Union. The factory employs 1.2 thousand women.

The head of state talked to the team.

- First of all, I congratulate you on the upcoming bright holiday. I see that this factory has become a special gift for the Andijan people. Every workplace is important to us. I am very glad that so many women work here. Our entrepreneurs enter global markets. This is the result of a changing worldview, the realization of opportunities, ”the President said.

Responsible persons were given instructions to deepen the processing of cotton fiber, create added value, attract additional investments to enterprises and assist them in mastering the full production cycle.

Previously, all cotton grown in the region was sold without processing, while the proceeds from it did not reach $ 100 million. Now, as a result of the development of processing, this year almost $ 440 million worth of products will be exported. In 2021, this figure is scheduled to bring up to 527 million dollars.

VBM Textile Group plans to organize jeans production in Andijan, weaving and dyeing facilities.

It also provides information on investment projects that will be implemented in the region in 2020-2021.