- collaborating on the creation of a helicopter habitat plan for agriculture
- Prioritise learning, knowledge-sharing, and servicing within agricultural field
Meraque Group, a leading Indonesian robotics solutions firm, announced the establishment of a strategic relationship with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan, highlighting their shared commitment to driving innovation, engagement, and development in the agrarian technology sector.
The partnership was formalised through a MoU, signed by Shakhobjon Sharifov, Director of the State Institution ( Administrative and Economic Service ), and Razali Ismail, CEO and founder of Meraque, witnessed by Ibrokhim Y. Abdurakhmonov, Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
” We think that this strategic partnership will enhance our skills as well as advance the development of a green agricultural industry.” Razali Ismail, CEO and founder of Meraque,” We are committed to working closely with the Ministry of Agriculture to produce cutting-edge options that may benefit both governments.”
With about 4.3 million hectares of land being used for cultivation, including 1 million acres for fabric and another million for several other crops, Uzbekistan has an extensive agricultural environment. The nation is also making strides in expanding its agriculture industry, focusing on fruit and vegetable creation. Meraque said it sees this partnership as an opportunity to expand its knowledge of helicopter technology and mechanical solutions to transform Uzbekistan’s agricultural sector in light of its enormous potential market.
Within the next three years, Meraque aims to secure a US$ 4.6 million ( RM20 million ) facility from a Malaysian bank , to establish a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Uzbekistan. This initiative is expected to generate 1, 000 new jobs and service 100, 000 acres of agricultural land, contributing an estimated US$ 13.8 million ( RM60 million ) in value. However, Razali, who has bootstrapped the company since its 2018 , start now plans to raise RM30 million in VC money to fuel additional advancements in agricultural systems across the region.
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Meraque’s important role in developing a comprehensive drone ecosystem policy specifically designed for agriculture is one of the partnership’s key objectives. In order to promote sustainable growth and efficiency improvements in the country’s great agricultural sector, this policy will regulate and expand drone technology.
The agreement will prioritise schooling and knowledge-sharing, focusing on training programs, management of helicopter ecosystems, and cleaning within the agricultural industry. With monitoring of 100, 000 farmers, the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan is poised to benefit from improved effectiveness, productivity, and conservation through this relationship.