Uzbekistan to lease farmland in Belarus, export 60,000 tons of agricultural goods annually Uzbekistan will lease 4,000 hectares of farmland in Belarus for a livestock project and export 60,000 tons of agricultural products annually, as part of broader efforts to expand bilateral

Uzbekistan, Turkiye discuss confectionery cooperation, propose Baklava Festival Uzbekistan and Turkish confectionery industry representatives discussed introducing quality standards, vocational training, and organizing a Baklava Festival as part of expanded cooperation.

Export-Import Bank of China supports Chinese firms’ participation in Uzbekistan investment forum Uzbekistan and Chinese financial institutions discussed expanding investment and infrastructure cooperation, with a focus on accelerating joint projects and preparations for the

UzNIF confirms IPO plans with $300mn cornerstone backing ahead of London and Tashkent listing UzNIF is set to launch its IPO on the London and Tashkent stock exchanges, backed by around $300mn in cornerstone investments from global asset managers including BlackRock, Franklin

Uzbekistan considers $500mn capital Eurobond issue for Tashkent development Tashkent’s development agenda was reviewed at a high-level meeting chaired by Shavkat Mirziyoyev's Press-service Shavkat Mirziyoyev, focusing on accelerating economic growth, expanding investment and exports, improving the

Uzbekistan targets 20mn tourists by 2030 alongside major culture and tourism development plans Uzbekistan’s tourism sector continues to expand, with foreign visitor numbers and service exports rising sharply, as the government advances major cultural and tourism development

Uzbekistan’s Mirziyoyev reviews Remembrance Day plans, military training upgrades, servicemen support Shavkat Mirziyoyev's Press-service Shavkat Mirziyoyev was recently briefed on measures to mark May 9 – the Day of Remembrance and Honor, along with reforms to strengthen military training, enhance

Uzbekistan’s Fergana region to get $300mn 800-bed hospital under PPP deal A modern 800-bed multidisciplinary hospital will be developed in Uzbekistan’s Fergana region, bringing together five existing medical institutions and introducing advanced tertiary care services under

Foreign currency exchange rates against the Uzbek soum as of April 20 🇺🇸 $1 = UZS 12, 128.46 (-36.78) 🇪🇺 €1 = UZS 14, 304.31 (-26.34) 🇷🇺 ₽1 = UZS 159.04 (-0.38)

Uzbekistan expands $5.6bn World Bank partnership with new agreements Uzbekistan and the World Bank Group have signed new agreements covering energy, transport, and private sector development, while also presenting statistical reforms aimed at strengthening data-driven governance.

Uzbekistan, China sign trade and economic cooperation protocol Uzbekistan and China have strengthened their trade and economic partnership by signing a final cooperation protocol, highlighting growing bilateral trade, expanded investment collaboration, improved transport

Uzbekistan joins World Bank Group water initiative targeting 1bn people by 2030 Uzbekistan has joined the World Bank’s Water Forward initiative aimed at improving water security for 1bn people by 2030, with plans to modernize irrigation across 4.1mn hectares, reduce water losses

Uzbekistan awards Sindarov Order of Labor Glory after Candidates Tournament victory Uzbek grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov returned to Tashkent after winning the International Chess Federation Candidates Tournament, securing a world title match and rising to No.5 in global rankings. 👉Details —

Uzbekistan records $530mn in education service spending over two months Uzbekistan’s education services reached UZS 6.8 trillion (about $530mn) in the first two months of 2026, up 24.8% year-on-year, as reforms expand access, financing, and institutional development across the

Uzbekistan seizes nearly 3 tons of drugs in 1Q 2026 Uzbekistan prevented the distribution of nearly 3 tons of narcotics in 1Q 2026, dismantling 35 organized drug groups and exposing 10 clandestine laboratories amid intensified law enforcement efforts. 👉Details —

Sindarov’s victory highlights Uzbekistan’s growing chess standing as Mirziyoyev honors champion A ceremony attended by Shavkat Mirziyoyev's Press-service Shavkat Mirziyoyev honored Uzbek grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov for his historic FIDE Candidates Tournament victory, where he remained unbeaten, set new

Uzbekneftegaz and CNPC XIBU sign contract for drilling 30 deep exploration wells in Ustyurt region Uzbekneftegaz and CNPC XIBU Drilling Engineering Company Limited have signed an agreement to drill 30 deep exploration wells in Uzbekistan’s Ustyurt region from 2026 to 2028, aimed

Uzbekistan expands social protection system with new services, care allowances, and legal reforms Shavkat Mirziyoyev's Press-service Shavkat Mirziyoyev has approved a comprehensive package of social protection reforms aimed at expanding inclusive services, strengthening support for vulnerable

Uzbekistan allocates $1.2mn for Tashkent road upgrades under new resolution Tashkent will allocate UZS 14bn ($1.2mn) across its districts and central road services for repair and maintenance works, with funds distributed evenly and oversight assigned to ensure targeted and