Economy
Economy
British American Tobacco expands production in Uzbekistan
British American Tobacco Uzbekistan reports expanded operations, 1,000+ jobs, US$530m investment, US$95m exports, and a sharp fall in illicit tobacco share to 7%.
Ferghana Reviews Medical Waste-to-Energy Project
Ferghana region discussed an investment project with US firm Sayat LLC to convert medical waste into thermal energy across Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan to Update Electrical Industry Standards
Uzbekistan will adopt thousands of international standards and shift to voluntary compliance in the electrical sector under new technical regulation …
Uzbekistan, KODIT Sign Deal to Support Entrepreneurs
Uzbekistan and Korea’s KODIT signed a memorandum to enhance credit guarantee systems and expand financial support for entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Uzbekistan Confirms Participation in SPIEF 2026 in Russia
Uzbekistan has confirmed its participation in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026, where it will present investment projects and …
Ukrainian Businesses Expand Investments in Uzbekistan
Major Ukrainian companies discussed expanding investments and cooperation in Uzbekistan during a meeting in Kyiv focused on economic and investment …
Serbia and Uzbekistan Move Toward Free Trade Agreement
Serbia and Uzbekistan discussed launching talks on a free trade agreement and expanding industrial cooperation during high-level talks in Tashkent.
Uzbekistan, Hong Kong Sign 15 Cooperation Agreements
Uzbekistan and Hong Kong signed 15 agreements covering energy, agriculture, and mining during a business forum aimed at expanding economic …
China, Uzbekistan to Accelerate Energy and Transport Projects
China and Uzbekistan agreed to deepen cooperation in energy, transport, and infrastructure, including the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway project.
Cashless Reform Did Not Affect Tashkent Rents: IMRI
Uzbekistan’s shift to mandatory cashless property transactions did not impact rental prices in Tashkent, with the market remaining broadly stable, …