Uzbekistan secures $8.7 billion in Q1 investments, aims for $42 billion by year-end

In the first quarter of this year, Uzbekistan attracted over $8.7 billion in investments, marking a 20% increase compared to the same period last year. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev was presented with a report detailing the progress made in the investment sector.

These funds are being used to implement numerous projects in key sectors such as energy, metallurgy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, transportation, agriculture and water management, as well as municipal and social services. Special focus is being placed on generating added value and creating new jobs.

It is expected that by the end of the first half of the year, more than $18 billion in foreign investments will be utilized.

Overall, in 2025, Uzbekistan aims to attract $42 billion in foreign investments, implement 81 large-scale projects, and launch more than 8,000 medium and small-sized projects.

Officials have been instructed to carefully review each project and involve all relevant ministries, regional administrations, and industry leaders to ensure that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.

It was emphasized that, amid current global economic fluctuations, close cooperation with each investor and increasing the efficiency of foreign investments are essential.

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