With Tashkent’s steady development into a major metropolis, the number of visitors – including tourists, entrepreneurs, investors, and government officials – from various parts of the world has been rising. Since Uzbekistan opened its doors to the world, the number of foreign tourists has grown from 3 million to 10 million, and is expected to reach 15 million by 2030.
The restoration of good-neighborly relations and the reopening of borders have made it easier for people to travel freely across the region.
The newly built city of New Tashkent, initiated by the president, is also expected to become one of the busiest urban centers due to its convenient location, investment appeal, and favorable living conditions.
Accordingly, all areas of the transport infrastructure are being developed in a balanced manner. In particular, extensive work is underway to establish a new aviation ecosystem.
Seven international airports across the regions are currently being reconstructed to meet modern standards.
New airports have been built in Muynak, Kokand, Zomin, Shahrisabz, Sariosiyo, and Sokh districts, bringing the total number of airports to 18.
Most importantly, the creation of a competitive environment in the sector has led to the emergence of 15 new airlines. The number of aircraft in their fleets has increased from 26 to 105.
Currently, 51 airlines from countries including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, South Korea, China, India, Malaysia, Turkey, Russia, and Poland operate regular flights to Uzbekistan.
In his speech, the president emphasized that the country will continue to rapidly develop its transport infrastructure in the coming years.
Over the next five years, the number of aircraft will reach 180, the number of routes will increase to 230, and both domestic and international flights will total 200,000 per year. Efforts to develop airport infrastructure through public–private partnerships will continue consistently.
“Through these reforms, our ultimate goal is to turn Uzbekistan into a major aviation hub connecting East and West, North and South,” said Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
It was noted that the construction of the new international airport will play a key role in achieving this goal.
