Number of Industrial Enterprises in Uzbekistan Continues to Grow in 2026
Officials say the expanding industrial sector is supporting job creation, economic diversification and increased production across key industries
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Fabio Cannavaro Says Uzbekistan has “Nothing to Lose” at FIFA World Cup 2026
ADB’s Anti-Reprisal Policy Questioned Amid Fears of Silence in Uzbekistan
Commentators and rights advocates say gaps remain between international development standards and the realities faced by civil society in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s Landmark IPO Expands after Full Greenshoe Exercise
Strong investor demand for Uzbekistan’s first international IPO is expected to encourage future global listings and privatization deals
UK Praises Uzbekistan Reforms in Statement to OSCE
British officials highlighted cooperation on anti-corruption, judicial reform, cybersecurity and women’s empowerment in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan Certifies First Private Aircraft Component MRO Provider
The new MRO facility will service Airbus and Boeing aircraft and support Uzbekistan’s ambitions to become a regional aviation hub
HKUST and Uzbekistan’s El-Yurt Umidi Foundation Launch Education Partnership
The partnership will provide scholarships, executive education and technology-focused training for Uzbek students and specialists
Uzbekistan’s First London IPO Expected to Spark Wave of Future Global Listings
Officials and analysts say the strong performance of the UzNIF listing may accelerate privatization, attract foreign investment and shape the future of Uzbekistan’s financial sector
Tashkent Metro to Overhaul Fare System with Distance-Based Pricing
The new payment system is expected to be introduced in the year 2027
Uzbekistan Targets Top Tier in World Bank Tax Rankings by 2030
The primary focus will be on elevating the quality of state services
Uzbekistan Aims to Become a Regional Pharmaceutical Hub in Eurasia
Officials say Uzbekistan’s fast-growing pharmaceutical sector could become a key healthcare and manufacturing hub for Central Asia and Eurasia
Tashkent Hosts Global Tech Weekend to Attract Startups and Investors
The international event highlighted Uzbekistan’s ambitions to become a leading innovation and startup hub in Central Asia
Uzbekistan Prepares for Historic Debut at FIFA World Cup 2026
Full-Cycle Volkswagen Car Production to Launch in Angren
The Volkswagen project is expected to strengthen Uzbekistan’s automotive industry and expand local auto parts manufacturing
Uzbekistan Airways Launches Apple Pay and Google Pay Support
The airline introduced digital wallet payments as part of its broader strategy to modernize customer services and expand online payment options
Uzbekistan’s Small Business Sector Surpasses 1.2 Mln Active Enterprises
Officials say ongoing economic reforms and support for entrepreneurs are driving the expansion of Uzbekistan’s small business sector
Uzbekistan Opens Samarqand Digital Hub in San Francisco
The new hub aims to connect Uzbek IT firms with global investors and promote the country as a growing digital innovation center in Central Asia
Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan Advance Trans-Afghan Trade Corridor Project
The proposed trans-Afghan railway is expected to strengthen trade links between Central and South Asia while giving Uzbekistan new access to global shipping routes
UzNIF IPO Marks Historic Milestone for Uzbekistan’s Capital Markets
The dual listing of UzNIF became Uzbekistan’s first international equity offering and one of the biggest IPOs in London in 2026
Uzbekistan Security Services Seize Large Drug Shipment in Anti-Trafficking Operation
Authorities say the drugs were intended for distribution across multiple regions as Uzbekistan intensifies its fight against organized narcotics trade
Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways Launch New Codeshare Partnership
The agreement aims to strengthen tourism, trade and transit travel between Central Asia and the Middle East
Mirziyoyev Proposes “Digital Turkic Corridor” and Cybersecurity Alliance
The initiative aims to connect regional data centers, strengthen AI cooperation and improve cybersecurity among Turkic nations
How Much Uzbekistan Earned from Tourists Since Beginning of 2026
Tourist arrivals from China, Malaysia, Japan and the United States surged as Uzbekistan’s tourism industry recorded strong growth in early 2026
Uzbekistan Builds 5,000-Capacity Mosque in Turkestan Visited by Mirziyoyev and Tokayev
The large Islamic complex in Turkestan can host more than 5,000 worshippers and reflects traditional eastern and Islamic architectural styles