Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Uzbekistan plans to implement 164 projects worth a total of US$11.6 billion in the electrical engineering industry and related emerging sectors over the next three years, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.
The development of the sector will focus on six main areas. The largest investments are planned for the production of electronic components and microelectronics, as well as industrial robotics and equipment manufacturing.
In particular, 41 projects worth US$2.5 billion are planned for the cable industry. A further 29 projects, valued at US$1.4 billion, are envisaged for the production of transformers and pumps.
Another 45 projects worth US$3 billion will focus on developing industrial robotics and equipment manufacturing. Nine projects worth US$650 million are planned in electrical products for transport and electric vehicles.
In addition, 21 projects with a total value of US$3.5 billion are planned for the production of electronic components and microelectronics. A further 19 projects, involving US$600 million in investment, will target household appliance manufacturing.
Responsible managers and key customers will be assigned to each of the six areas. They have been tasked with attracting major investors and establishing cooperation with research centres and technical universities.
A programme entitled “1,000 Design Engineers” is also scheduled to be launched next year. Under the programme, Uzbek specialists will be sent to South Korea, Japan, China, Türkiye and European countries for advanced professional training.
Special attention will also be given to attracting highly qualified Uzbek nationals working for major foreign companies to Uzbekistan.
The authorities intend to provide them with suitable working conditions and competitive salaries.
