Economy
Economy
Uzbekistan Halts Gold Exports for Fifth Consecutive Month
Uzbekistan has not exported gold for five months, contributing to a 23.4% drop in total exports, while non-precious exports rose 24% in early 2026.
Orient Silk Road Express Launches 2026 Tourist Season in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s Orient Silk Road Express began its 2026 season, carrying 82 international tourists through Tashkent, Samarkand, Khiva, and Bukhara along …
Uzbekistan, South Korea Discuss Joint Investments in Medicine and Industry
Uzbekistan and South Korea held talks on joint investments, focusing on healthcare, biotech, industrial modernization, and agricultural technology.
Uzbekistan Boosts Electrical Exports to Afghanistan
Uzbekistan’s electrical engineering sector is expanding exports to Afghanistan, with trade growing from US$1M in 2024 to US$6M in 2025 …
Uzbekistan, Russia’s Tyumen Region Explore Trade Expansion
Uzbekistan’s Chamber of Commerce met Tyumen officials to discuss deepening trade ties, joint projects, and cooperation in industry, agriculture, and …
Uzbekistan Limits General Product Codes for Construction Materials
The Tax Committee will restrict the use of general product and service codes for construction materials in e-invoices, introducing detailed …
Uzbekistan Considers WTO-Aligned Export Procedure Reforms
The UzLiDeP faction reviewed a draft law to liberalize export regulations, remove administrative barriers, and align Uzbekistan’s rules with WTO …
Uzbekistan Launches Poultry Project, Hosts “Made in Namangan” Expo in Mazar-i-Sharif
In Mazar-i-Sharif, Uzbekistan’s Namangan region laid the foundation for a new poultry complex and showcased regional products, boosting trade ties …
Uzbekistan Surges Gas Imports Amid Declining Domestic Output
Uzbekistan’s gas imports soared over fourfold in early 2026 as domestic production fell, shifting the country from a net exporter …
Hydrocarbon Production in Uzbekistan Declines Early 2026
Uzbekistan’s hydrocarbon output fell in January–February 2026, with natural gas and oil down, while gasoline production grew, signaling recovery in …