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Samarkand to host ADB 59th Annual Meeting in 2026
Samarkand will host the 59th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank from 3 to 6 May, bringing together over 3,000 delegates to discuss green …
Remittances to Uzbekistan Reach US$3.79 Billion
Money transfers to Uzbekistan rose to US$3.79bn in Q1 2026, driven by migrant inflows from Europe and Asia, according to …
ADB Raises 2025 Financing to US$29.3 Billion
The Asian Development Bank increased 2025 financing to US$29.3bn, supporting jobs, infrastructure, private sector growth, and regional reforms.
Poytahtbank CEO Dilshod Pulatov Steps Down
The chairman of Poytahtbank’s board has been removed following ownership changes after privatization of the Uzbek mortgage-focused bank.
Uzbekistan Detects 21.5bn Soum P2P Transactions
Uzbek tax authorities uncovered 21.5 billion soums in P2P payments linked to businesses, imposing fines exceeding 7 billion soums.
UZCARD Introduces Minimum Balance Protection Rule
UZCARD has introduced a minimum card balance rule, ensuring three base units remain protected during automatic debt deductions from April …
Uzbekistan Central Bank Opens Accounts for RBI
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank has opened correspondent accounts for Raiffeisen Bank, boosting foreign investment access and financial market integration.
Uzbekistan Considers Zero VAT for Catering Industry
Uzbekistan is considering introducing a zero VAT rate for catering businesses under certain conditions, as officials study practice including Russia.
Uzbekistan Considers Law to Establish International Digital Center
Parliament reviewed a draft law creating a special legal regime to attract IT companies and boost digital economy development.
EBRD May Acquire 15% Stake in Asakabank
Uzbekistan moves to accelerate Asakabank privatization, with EBRD considering a 15% stake as part of broader banking sector reforms and …