Tashkent hokim claims to turn the capital into “people's city”
Acting hokim of Tashkent Shavkat Umurzakov promised to oversee creation of green spaces in capital’s each mahalla. “Our policy is to propel Tashkent into a status of ‘people's city',” “a city that serves the people,” and “city for people’s leisure,” he said.
Korean institute to help transform a landfill site in Jizzakh
The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Korea Environmental Industry and Technology Institute (KEITI) will implement a $6.6 million grant project to transform the Jizzakh landfill, generate energy from landfill gas and recycle medical waste, among other things.
Milliy Tiklanish party endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s candidacy
The Milliy Tiklanish party announced its support for Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the incumbent President, for the early presidential elections. The party leader Alisher Kadirov said that this decision was in the best interest of the state, the people and the party.
UzLiDeP endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev as its presidential candidate
UzLiDeP endorsed Shavkat Mirziyoyev as a presidential candidate in the upcoming early presidential elections. In his programme, he spoke of “megaprojects” in industry, the creation of the National Social Protection Agency, an increase in car production to 1 million, and more.
Ecological Party endorses Abdushukur Khamzaev as presidential candidate
Abdushukur Khamzaev was confirmed as the presidential candidate of the Ecological Party for the upcoming elections. In his programme, he proposed to ban single-use plastic and polyethylene containers, electronic cigarette imports, and petrol car sales and imports from 2030 and more.
“We must eliminate any risks”. Energy Minister on construction of a NPP in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan continues to discuss the construction of a nuclear power plant with Rosatom, and in parallel it is exploring advances in small nuclear reactors. “The construction of a nuclear power plant is a very serious commitment for the state…We have to eliminate any risks,” the Energy Minister said.
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan plan to open three more checkpoints on the border
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan intend to open three more checkpoints on the border. A video has surfaced online, allegedly showing the Uzbek side demolishing a wall at the Bek-Abad-Khanabad crossing, which was mothballed in 2010. The Karasu and Kara-Bagysh checkpoints are also expected to open.
SDP Adolat endorses Robakhon Makhmudova as presidential candidate
The Adolat party endorsed Robakhon Makhmudova as Uzbekistan’s presidential candidate and approved her programme. Her election programme includes the development of the Social State 2030 programme, agricultural risk insurance, improvement of road infrastructure and others.
PDPU endorses its presidential candidate and his programme
The People’s Democratic Party of Uzbekistan approved Ulugbek Inoyatov as its presidential candidate for the early elections. The party’s congress also endorsed his programme, which includes a tax on luxury property, introduction of jury trials and other measures.
President of Uzbekistan congratulates Erdogan on decisive victory in election
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev congratulated Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his victory in Sunday’s presidential election. The two leaders also discussed ways to enhance Uzbek-Turkish relations and expand multifaceted cooperation.
Uzbekistan to unveil new energy development programme by September 2023
Uzbekistan will unveil a new energy development programme by September 2023 that will liberalise gas and electricity prices and implement social consumption norms, First Deputy Energy Minister Azim Akhmedkhadjayev said.
Uzbekistan resumes gas exports to China
Uzbekistan resumed exporting natural gas to China after a three-month break. The volume of gas supplies in April amounted to $40.5 million.
President of Uzbekistan calls for closer coordination with EAEU countries
Global challenges and problems call for closer coordination within the EAEU to address the priorities of sustainable socio-economic development of the Union’s countries, the President of Uzbekistan said at the EAEU summit.
Singapore’s STIE to help develop Tashkent metro
Singapore-based STIE will advise on the design, construction of new lines and stations and modernisation of infrastructure in the Tashkent metro. Wilmar International may open a distribution hub in Uzbekistan, PSB Academy a training facility and Enercon Asia to install solar panels.
Uzbekistan sees 9.5% drop in gas production in first four months of 2023
Uzbekistan produced 16.26 billion cubic meters of gas in January-April 2023, which is a 9.5% decrease from the same period last year. Electricity and heat production also declined, while oil and coal production increased slightly.
TBC Bank Group acquires remaining 49% in Payme for $55.7 million
TBC Bank Group, a Georgian banking group, bought the remaining 49% stake in Payme, a payment service provider in Uzbekistan, for $55.7 million, valuing Payme at $113.6 million.
US-based Air Products to invest $1 billion in gas processing complex in Kashkadarya region
Air Products, a US-based industrial gas producer, signed a $1 billion investment agreement with Uzbekistan to purchase and operate a natural gas processing plant in Kashkadarya region. The plant is part of Uzbekistan GTL.
UAE’s Masdar wins tender for Kashkadarya PV power plant
Masdar, an Emirati company, was declared the preliminary winner of the bid for the construction and operation of a 300 MW solar photovoltaic plant in Guzar district of Kashkadarya region.
Changi Airports to help develop a feasibility study for Tashkent’s new airport
Singapore’s Changi Airports International will help develop a feasibility study for Tashkent’s new airport, as well as consulting to optimize the operation of the existing airport.
Uzbekistan and Singapore strengthen bilateral ties in historic visit
President of Singapore Halimah Yacob visited Uzbekistan, where she held talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The sides discussed bolstering trade, investment, cultural exchanges, and regional integration. Key agreements were signed, further cementing cooperation in various sectors.
Sign up for additional features