Economy
Economy
Uzbekistan Announces New Measures to Support Businesses
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced business support initiatives, including counter-guarantee mechanics and AI-powered portals.
Uzbekistan, Belarus Exchange Elevator Safety Supervision Experience
Uzbekistan and Belarus held a videoconference on 17 August 2026 to discuss elevator safety standards and state supervision practices.
Russia's E-Promo Group Enters Uzbekistan Advertising Market Russia's E-Promo Group Enters Uzbekistan Advertising Market
Russian advertising entity E-Promo Group is entering Uzbekistan, investing US$1 million and establishing a local presence.
Uzbekistan, China Launch Joint Maize Cultivation Program
Uzbekistan and China launched a training program at Tashkent State Agrarian University to boost maize yields and farming skills.
Uzbekistan, Japan Discuss Expanding Agricultural Cooperation
Uzbekistan and JICA met to discuss expanding agricultural ties, ODA loans, advanced farming technology, and investment projects.
Uzbekistan Begins Exporting Premier Appliances to Syria
Uzbekistan shipped its first US$90,000 batch of Premier home appliances to Aleppo, Syria, under a US$5 million contract with Syrian firm Kalash Trading.
Azerbaijan Mining Expo 2027 Set for Baku in September 2027
The Azerbaijan Mining Expo 2027 will take place in Baku on 8–10 September 2027, focusing on mining technology, exploration and sector investment.
Mirziyoyev approves Samarkand power grid modernization project with AKSA
Uzbekistan has approved a PPP project with Turkey’s AKSA Elektrik to modernize and manage Samarkand region’s electricity distribution networks with US$357 million in investment.
Khorezm launches 12 projects worth US$176 million
Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region launched 12 projects worth US$176 million, while construction began on 15 more projects with a stated value of US$7.424 billion.
Iran transit accounts for 9% of Uzbekistan's imports
Uzbekistan received US$3.9 billion in transit imports through Iran in 2025, accounting for about 9% of the country’s total imports.