What Key Agreements Does Uzbekistan Sign at PPP Roundtable
Uzbekistan took a major step to boost infrastructure and attract private investment at the III Roundtable on Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). The event focused on «Mobilizing Private Capital through Public-Private Partnerships.» Several strategic agreements covered energy, transport, health, and water sectors.
Energy Projects Receive Partial Risk Guarantees
The Ministry of Economy and Finance, Asian Development Bank (ADB), ACWA Power, and JSC Uzenergosbyt signed agreements to provide partial risk guarantees for key energy projects.
These projects include:
- A 200 MW wind power plant and 100 MW energy storage system in Karakalpakstan.
- Two 500 MW solar PV plants in Samarkand (Sazagan Solar 1 and 2) with 334 MW energy storage systems each.
Water Infrastructure Upgrades
Miahona Company and the Ministry of Water Resources agreed to modernize 135 pumping stations in Karakalpakstan. The government will transfer management of these stations to the private sector.
Urgench Airport Modernization
Incheon Company from South Korea signed a State Support Agreement with the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The deal covers upgrading Urgench International Airport and transferring it to private management after modernization.
Health and Food Security Initiatives
The Ministry of Health signed two agreements:
- With Al Arkkan Company to establish an Integrated National Food Security and Health Protection System in Tashkent and Fergana.
- With K-dot Company to enhance nurse qualifications and support overseas employment opportunities.
Utilities and District Heating Projects
Saudi Tabreed and JSC Teplosnabzheniye agreed to modernize and manage Nukus’ district heating system. Meanwhile, AKSA Company won an international tender to upgrade Samarkand’s electricity distribution networksand manage them privately.
Strengthening Public-Private Cooperation
The Ministry of Economy and Finance and ADB signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding to coordinate technical, financial, and advisory support for future PPP projects.
Uzbekistan demonstrates its commitment to public-private partnerships. Strong government leadership, international support, and private investment will modernize infrastructure, improve energy security, and expand public services.
