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BUSINESS
EBRD projects Uzbekistan's GDP to expand by 6.5 percent in 2026
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) projects that Uzbekistan’s economy will expand by 6.5 percent in 2026, followed by a 6 percent growth rate in 2027. According to the bank’s latest regional report, a potential slowdown in the Russian economy and rising inflationary pressures driven by conflicts in the Middle East remain the primary risks to this outlook.
SOCIETY
Ticket shortages and poor sanitation – Transport Minister addresses systemic railway issues
The acute shortage of rolling stock remains the primary obstacle facing the national railway system, according to Minister of Transport Ilhom Mahkamov. Presenting a report to the Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis on June 3, the minister stated that the network currently requires at least 120 additional passenger carriages to satisfy consumer demand.
POLITICS
Uzbekistan aims to raise urbanization rate to 65% by 2040 – President Mirziyoyev
Uzbekistan plans to increase its urbanization level from the current 51% to 65% by the end of 2040, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced during his address at the Leaders' Summit of the 13th World Urban Forum in Baku.
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People's Democratic Party criticizes proposal to fine drivers for unpaid parking
SOCIETY | 14:50
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Uzbekistan may abolish fines for losing passports and ID cards
SOCIETY | 14:12
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Uzbekistan and U.S. discuss pilot labor migration projects
SOCIETY | 14:08
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Tashkent to create 58,000-hectare green belt by 2045
SOCIETY | 13:40
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President Mirziyoyev orders expansion of regional partnership projects with Belarus
BUSINESS | 13:35
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Propane records sharpest annual price increase among non-food goods in Uzbekistan
BUSINESS | 13:31
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Uzbekistan considers mandatory social tax for self-employed workers
SOCIETY | 13:29
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Government sets new limits on mobile advertising and strengthens consumer protections
SOCIETY | 13:19
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Uzbekistan's Muruntau ranks second among world's largest gold mines
BUSINESS | 12:29
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Central Bank establishes Islamic Finance Council to guide sector development
BUSINESS | 12:21
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Uzbekistan plans stricter oversight and mandatory marking of construction rebar
BUSINESS | 11:46
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Central Bank survey finds 61% of borrowers struggle to repay debts on time
BUSINESS | 21:40 / 15.07.2026