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“We-Fi Code” — A New Stage in Supporting Women’s Entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan
On 15 September, the Central Bank of the Republic of Uzbekistan hosted a presentation marking the first year of implementation of the international initiative Women …
Cross-Border Transfers to Uzbekistan Reach US$12.1 Billion
Since the beginning of 2025, Uzbekistan has received US$12.1 billion in cross-border money transfers, 23% higher than the same period …
Banking Supervision Committee Reviewed Over Fifty Issues in August
During its meetings in August 2025, the Banking Supervision Committee of the Central Bank held nine sessions and reviewed 51 …
Yandex Uzbekistan Launches Contactless Fuel Payment Service “Zapravki”
Yandex Uzbekistan has introduced a new contactless fuel payment service called “Zapravki.” Drivers can now pay for fuel through the …
Russia Proposes Capping Migrant Money Transfers to Official Earnings
Russian authorities have drafted a bill that would limit money transfers by labor migrants abroad. Under the proposed legislation, the …
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Sees No Major Sanctions Risks — Ishmetov
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan does not anticipate serious consequences for the country from potential sanctions, Chairman Timur Ishmetov stated …
Central Bank of Uzbekistan aims to achieve 5% inflation target by 2027
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan intends to reach its established inflation target of 5% by the end of 2027, despite …
Khokim of Ferghana meets delegation from Rotary Club of Tokyo Waseda to discuss cooperation
Khokim of Ferghana Region Khairullo Bozorov held a meeting with a delegation from the Japanese organization Rotary Club of Tokyo …
Central Bank of Uzbekistan explores launch of digital som and stablecoin pilot project
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan is exploring the possibility of issuing its own digital currency—the digital som—as well as stablecoins, …
Central Bank allows increased fluctuations in the Uzbek som to form realistic expectations
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has intentionally allowed greater fluctuations in the national currency’s exchange rate to foster more realistic …