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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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Czech manufacturer Škoda to deliver 10 modern electric trains to Uzbekistan
BUSINESS | 15:29
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Uzbekistan maps out infrastructure portfolio with New Development Bank following official accession
POLITICS | 15:14
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Tashkent and Baghdad consider launching direct flights to expand tourism and trade
TOURISM | 15:03
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President Mirziyoyev reviews 120 new investor proposals to boost digital economy and energy sectors
BUSINESS | 11:52
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Tashkent housing market shows mixed trends in May as small apartments drive price growth
SOCIETY | 11:44
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Uzbekistan and Iraq establish joint business council at Tashkent investment forum
BUSINESS | 11:33
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China leads foreign corporate footprint in Uzbekistan with over 5,800 businesses
BUSINESS | 11:30
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European Investment Bank opens Central Asia regional office in Tashkent
BUSINESS | 11:24
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Senate approves Robakhon Makhmudova as Supreme Court Chair as Bakhtiyor Islomov steps down
SOCIETY | 10:50
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Uzbekistan and Italy's Arsenale advance plans for Central Asia's first luxury train
TOURISM | 10:48
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Central Bank expands commemorative coin issuance for World Cup 2026 amid surging demand
BUSINESS | 12:45 / 18.06.2026
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Major consortium led by Vision Invest secures 35–year management deal for new Tashkent airport
SOCIETY | 12:40 / 18.06.2026