The Azerbaijan–Uzbekistan Investment Company (AUIC) took part in the SuperReturn Japan 2025 investment conference, where it presented its investment strategy and reached a number of preliminary agreements with international investors.
Presenting an overview of the company’s investment priorities, AUIC CEO Nazim Gadjiev noted that the company focuses on projects in manufacturing, transport and logistics, energy, and healthcare, as well as fintech and IT. “Our goal is to efficiently invest capital of USD 500 million with maximum benefit for the economies of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan,” he said.
The conference addressed issues related to direct transactions, the secondary investment market, private credit, ESG, energy transition projects, and risk management in Asian markets.
On the sidelines of SuperReturn Japan 2025, AUIC held a series of meetings with family offices, representatives of business entities, and financial and investment groups. The discussions covered potential co-investment formats, equity participation, and cross-border investment opportunities. The company views the development of such cooperation as one of the tools for expanding its investment portfolio and implementing projects in Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan with the participation of international partners.
During the visit, the AUIC delegation toured healthcare facilities of the Kitahara Group, including Kitahara Hospital, clinics, and a rehabilitation center. The parties discussed opportunities for investment cooperation in the healthcare sector.
As a result of the visit, AUIC and Kitahara signed a memorandum of understanding providing for the implementation of joint investment projects.
Previously, it was reported that AUIC’s investment portfolio exceeded USD 80 million, with the company’s projects already being implemented in both Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan. These initiatives cover industry, logistics, agro-processing, and energy, contributing to the development of joint economic projects between the two countries. The company was established in 2023 with an authorized capital of USD 500 million to finance joint investment projects.
