IsDB President Visits Uzbekistan to Participate in International Poverty Reduction Forum and Foster the Development Cooperation
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 14 September 2025 – The Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, will visit the Republic of Uzbekistan to participate in the 3rd International Poverty Reduction Forum on 17th to 18th September 2025 in Namangan and to hold high-level discussions with the Government.
The Forum, convened under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, H.E. Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will bring together global leaders, multilateral development banks, and international organizations to discuss innovative solutions for accelerating poverty reduction. H.E. Dr. Al Jasser will deliver an opening address and a keynote speech in the session on “The Role of Islamic Finance in Poverty Reduction: New Opportunities and Solutions.”
During his mission, Dr. Al Jasser will engage in a series of high-level meetings. He will also visit key projects supported by IsDB in vital sectors such as early childhood education and healthcare, reflecting the Bank’s long-term commitment to advancing human capital and strengthening national health systems in Uzbekistan.
The IsDB’s contribution to Uzbekistan’s development national priorities reaffirms its position as a development maximiser, mobilizing partnerships, advancing inclusive finance, and supporting sustainable growth across its 57 Member Countries.
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