The American Soybean Association (ASA) and the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at developing value chains for American soybeans and deepening trade relations between the two countries. The document was signed during a visit to New York by an Uzbek trade delegation led by Minister Lyaziz Kudratov. The Memorandum of Understanding establishes the framework for cooperation in areas such as feed production, poultry farming, dairy development and aquaculture, soybean processing, quality standards, and food innovation. It is also aimed at strengthening the private sector's potential and establishing direct links between Uzbek buyers and American suppliers. "This agreement is an important milestone in the promotion of American soybeans in Uzbekistan," said ASA CEO Stephen Senski. "The Memorandum of Understanding with our new trading partners will open up..."