Uzbekistan Sees $13.7 Bn Investments in Q1 2026
Uzbekistan’s total investments in the country reached $13.7 bn in Q1 2026, according to a CERR report. This figure represents a 1.6-fold increase compared to the same period last year.
During this reporting period, foreign investments and international loans generated $9.7 bn in fixed capital, which marks a 147.5% year-on-year growth.
The influx of capital has directly translated into substantial economic activity and new opportunities. By the beginning of April, the republic had launched over 1,500 investment projects valued at $1.2 bn.
These initiatives have successfully provided employment for approximately 28,000 Uzbek citizens. Key developments include the initial phase of a mining operation in the Tashkent region, a knitwear manufacturing facility in the Andijan region and a catalyst production plant in Chirchik.
Direct foreign investments alongside overseas loans contributed $12.8 bn to the overall total. Out of this sum, $8.8 bn was allocated to fixed capital.
When looking at the regional distribution of these funds, the capital city of Tashkent was the primary beneficiary by securing $2.2 bn. It was followed by the Namangan region with $1.06 bn, the Fergana region with $954 mln, the Andijan region with $880 mln and the Tashkent region with $709 mln.
China emerged as the dominant source of funding during the first quarter by supplying $6.4 bn. Russia and Turkey followed as the next largest international contributors, providing $1.1 bn and $975 mln respectively.
Looking ahead, Uzbekistan plans to launch over 120 additional projects throughout the remainder of the year. These upcoming ventures have a combined value of $5.1 bn and are being supported by various international financial institutions. During the January to March period alone, the country successfully secured $947 mln from these global organisations.
