Economy
Uzbekistan Orders Faster Public Transport Reform
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed Uzbekistan’s public transport development plan, calling for accelerated reforms, digitalization, and expansion of urban and regional bus networks.
Uzbekistan, Austria Expand Trade and Economic Cooperation
Uzbekistan and Austria agreed to deepen cooperation across trade, investment, and security sectors as bilateral turnover tripled in recent years.
Uzbekistan Approves Digital Transformation of Armed Forces
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev approved measures to digitize Uzbekistan’s military, expand AI use, and modernize military education and command systems.
Uzbek President, Serbian FM Discuss Expanding Cooperation
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić to discuss trade, investment, migration, and sectoral cooperation, including plans for an intergovernmental commission.
Uzbekistan Reviews WTO Accession Progress and Negotiations
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed Uzbekistan’s progress in WTO accession talks, including reforms, negotiations, and legal alignment aimed at completing membership in 2026.
Uzbekistan's Mirziyoyev Unveils Bold Economic Agenda at ADB Forum
Uzbek President Mirziyoyev addressed the ADB's 59th Annual Meeting in Samarkand, highlighting 8.7% GDP growth, $150B in foreign investment, and major regional initiatives.
Uzbekistan, ACWA Power advance energy and infrastructure projects
Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power discussed expanding cooperation on renewable energy, airports, healthcare, and digital infrastructure projects in Samarkand.
Uzbekistan, Japan expand financial cooperation talks
Uzbekistan and Japan discussed financial cooperation, AI in public finance, and joint investment projects during talks between Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Japan’s finance minister in Samarkand.
Uzbekistan, ADB sign US$12.5 billion partnership deal
Uzbekistan and the Asian Development Bank signed a US$12.5 billion partnership program through 2030, expanding cooperation in infrastructure, SMEs, and reforms.
President Mirziyoyev Visits Imam Bukhari Complex
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the Imam Bukhari complex in Samarkand, reviewing reconstruction results and issuing new development instructions.