Uzbekistan’s External Debt Surpasses US$72 Billion in First Half of 2025 – Central Bank

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — According to a review by the Central Bank of Uzbekistan covering the balance of payments, international investment position, and external debt, the country’s external debt increased by US$8.1 billion in the first half of 2025, surpassing US$72 billion.

Of this total, government external debt accounted for US$36.8 billion, while corporate external debt reached US$35.4 billion.

During the same period, total exports grew by 29%, reaching US$16.6 billion, whereas total imports rose by 10% to nearly US$23 billion. The growth of international remittances to Uzbekistan contributed to a positive balance in primary and secondary income, amounting to US$850.9 million and US$5.4 billion, respectively.

Furthermore, net inflows of foreign direct investment increased by 42% compared to the same period in 2024, totaling US$1.6 billion. Residents’ foreign currency assets rose by US$12.1 billion (13%), while external liabilities grew by US$8.9 billion (11%) relative to the beginning of the year.

These figures reflect the country’s steady growth in financial flows and the strengthening of its international position.