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Uzbekistan’s Textile Exports Rise 28.1% to US$2.4bn
Uzbekistan’s textile exports rose 28.1% to US$2.4bn in January–September 2026, accounting for 9.3% of the country’s total exports.
Uzbekneftegaz and Belarus Discuss Technology Cooperation
Uzbekneftegaz and Belarus discussed industrial equipment supplies, production modernisation and digital solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency.
Uzbekistan’s Accommodation and Food Services Rise 11.3%
Uzbekistan’s accommodation and food services reached 179.7 trillion soums in January–September 2026, up 11.3% year-on-year, with Tashkent leading by volume.
Uzbekistan, France Discuss New Tashkent Infrastructure Projects
Uzbekistan and France discussed French participation in New Tashkent projects, including a tram line, water treatment facilities, district heating upgrades and renewable energy.
Uzbekistan Opens Logistics Hub in Poland to Boost Exports
Uzbekistan has established a logistics hub in Poland to streamline deliveries of Uzbek products to Europe and expand access to major retail networks across Central and Eastern Europe.
Uzbekistan Adopts Chinese Approaches to Reduce Poverty
Uzbekistan is expanding cooperation with China on poverty reduction, launching agricultural pilot projects and exploring new technology partnerships.
Uzbekneftegaz to Introduce Hourly Gas Output Monitoring
Uzbekneftegaz will monitor daily natural gas production hourly in November and December as it steps up preparations for Uzbekistan’s autumn-winter heating season.
Uzbekneftegaz Aims to Stabilize Gas Output by Year-End
Uzbekneftegaz aims to stabilize natural gas production by the end of 2026 as declining output from mature fields continues to outpace gains from new wells.
Uzbekneftegaz Seeks to Refinance US$1.1 Billion in Loans
Uzbekneftegaz is negotiating with foreign banks to refinance US$1.1 billion in state-guaranteed loans, aiming to cut the average interest rate from 7.7% to 3.8%.
Uzbek Council Rejects Proposed Food Import Tariff Hikes
Uzbekistan's entrepreneurship council rejected proposed import duties of 15–30% on 12 food categories, citing insufficient analysis and risks of higher prices.