Uzbekistan.
sovereign state in Central Asia
- Reports this week
- 71
- Active events
- 55
- Connections
- 1,323
What's happening
Active this week
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Tashkent hosts an investment forum on June 15, 2026, attended by officials including Laziz Kudratov, Uzbekistan's Minister of Investments.Well supported5 reports
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Uzbekistan and GE Aerospace agreed to develop educational programs during a meeting in Samarkand.Some support1 report
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High-level talks regarding the upcoming CIS summit and Central Asia meetings involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.Well supported9 reports5 developments inside
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President of Uzbekistan met with Turkmenistan officials to discuss expanding trade and regional cooperation.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan is partnering with South Korea on major infrastructure projects, including airport modernization and high-speed rail studies.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Larsen & Toubro is building a new airport in Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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EU sought dialogue for normalization and imposed sanctions on Uzbekistan following the Andijan event in 2006.Some support1 report
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Marco Rubio's diplomatic trip to India includes a visit to Uzbekistan to strengthen bilateral ties.Well supported21 reports
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Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are strengthening their bilateral relations through diplomatic ties.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Uzbekistan, along with international bodies like the UN and JICA, is deepening trade and transport ties to support the Afghan people and aid delivery.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang visited Uzbekistan for official talks, deepening relations between China and Uzbekistan.Well supported19 reports
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Immigrants from Ukraine and Uzbekistan moved to Israel, alongside a family relocating from Beersheba.Some support1 report
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Zou Jiayi met with Uzbek officials to discuss expanding cooperation on the economy and infrastructure.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan's President outlines the national energy targets and investment strategy, focusing on solar and battery energy projects in the Kashkadarya region with companies like Masdar and ACWA Power.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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Voltamp Energy announced project advancements in Uzbekistan and Oman, expanding its supply markets across North Africa and the Middle East.Some support1 report
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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree setting transport targets and designating several regions in Uzbekistan as transport areas.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mirziyoyev met with Chinese executives to discuss a proposed logistics hub in the Andijan region of Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan and the United Arab Emirates launched a council to strengthen trade and investment ties.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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Uzbekistan and the UAE agreed to accelerate joint projects in energy and infrastructure.Some support1 report
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A film set in Uzbekistan features views of Samarkand and Tashkent, involving director Kiyoshi Kurosawa.Some support1 report
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ISDB, World Bank Group, and IMF are supporting Uzbekistan's economic transformation through various cooperation projects.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Uzbekistan met with IMF officials to discuss measures aimed at boosting economic growth and jobs during the annual meetings.Some support1 report
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The State Assets Management Agency manages state assets in Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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Strategic partnership discussed for bilateral cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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ACWA Power proposed addressing energy sector challenges in Uzbekistan as President Mirziyoyev announced a new Investors Council led by Saida Mirziyoyeva.Some support1 report
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President Mirziyoyev announced localization goals and the establishment of a special industrial zone in Jizzakh, Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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Slovakia and Uzbekistan discussed increasing bilateral trade, investment, and industrial cooperation.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan advocates for strengthening CICA's role ahead of the seventh CICA summit scheduled to take place in Baku.Well supported3 reports
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Trade analysis involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan shows 45% of goods are imported from the Middle East.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan's minister visited Doha, Qatar, for high-level talks that focused on expanding investment cooperation between the two countries.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Máximo Torero commented on Euronews that both Uzbekistan and Liechtenstein are doubly landlocked countries.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan signed an MoU with Dalian to expand railway and metro cooperation.Some support1 report
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Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan's rural economies and agriculture depend heavily on the flow of the Amu Darya river.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan is preparing for COP31 in Antalya, with Aziz Abdukhakimov chairing a national committee meeting in Tashkent.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan agreed to accelerate a power transmission project, extending the line to Baghlan and Nangarhar provinces.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan is working to elevate trade and strengthen financial ties with the Export-Import Bank of the United States, seeking long-term investment partnerships in Central Asia.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the pasture restoration plan in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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A meeting was held in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Franklin Templeton met in Tashkent to discuss investment cooperation and reforms with Uzbek officials.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan plans to establish an environmental regime for greenhouses located in Tashkent.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan reported cooperation on energy infrastructure projects.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Uzbekistan discussed cooperation in power infrastructure with Sumitomo Corporation and Shikoku Electric Power.Some support1 report
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Taleh Kazimov visited Tashkent to discuss cooperation in the banking sector with officials from the Central Bank of Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan is seeking US technical assistance and tasking Rosatom with building a nuclear cluster, with oversight consortium formation announced.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mirziyoyev outlined Uzbekistan's energy security strategy, announcing the first nuclear plant location in Jizzakh.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan expanded their strategic partnership and strengthened bilateral ties on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan pressed for joint water resource management with Afghanistan, noted within the context of C6 states.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan discussed modernization with a Saudi company, coinciding with Miahona expanding its presence in the country.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia discussed potential investment projects in energy and agriculture in the Fergana region.Some support1 report
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Cooperation extends along the Silk Road between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, while archaeological finds are examined in the Bukhara Region.Some support1 report1 development inside
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NephroCare, a specialized dialysis provider in India, is expanding its operations across Nepal, the Philippines, and Uzbekistan.Some support1 report
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Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan discussed expanding cooperation in information technology.Some support1 report
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A new project focuses on regional cooperation and resilience among Central Asian states.Well supported4 reports14 developments inside
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Uzbekistan is seeking capital for investment projects in priority sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and tourism.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Miahona explores investment opportunities and infrastructure projects in Karakalpakstan, Fergana, and Jizzakh, with Franklin Templeton serving as trustee.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Japanese companies are expanding their presence in Uzbekistan, seeking technology and market access through bilateral ties.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Japanese businesses discussed expanding investment cooperation and joint projects in a special economic zone in Samarkand.Some support1 report
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TBI announced its support for Uzbekistan's reform agenda following a meeting between Mirziyoyev and Tony Blair.Some support1 report1 development inside
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TBI led a delegation to Uzbekistan to discuss potential cooperation in seismic data processing.Some support1 report
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Uzbekistan and the UK discussed expanding cooperation focused on utilizing UKEF financing instruments within Uzbekistan's capital market.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Uzbekistan
Events traced to Uzbekistan, step by step, newest first- Uzbekistan could deepen economic ties at CICA summitUzbekistan may deepen economic ties through bilateral discussions at CICA summitPossible
- Uzbekistan may gain transit revenue from CASCA+ corridor improvementsUzbekistan may benefit from enhanced transit revenue as CASCA+ corridor improvesLikely
- Regional focus on Afghanistan may strengthen Uzbekistan's transit roleRegional focus on Afghanistan may strengthen Uzbekistan's transit rolePossible
- Uzbekistani tourists' growth may boost Antalya's tourism revenueUzbekistani tourists' growth in Antalya may boost tourism revenue.Possible
- EIB funding supports Uzbekistan's role in Central Asian energy gridUzbekistan could benefit from EIB funding for energy and water infrastructure.Likely
- Uzbekistan's digital payments could link with India's UPI systemUzbekistan's digital payment system may integrate with India's UPI networkLikely
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- How could Kazakhstan's economic cooperation with Afghanistan affect Uzbekistan?Kazakhstan's new ties with Afghanistan may reshape Central Asian trade flowsPossible
- Uzbekistan to expand space cooperation via OTS frameworkUzbekistan gains basis for joint space initiatives through OTS agreementReported
- Declining Central Asian inflows threaten Uzbekistan's water securityUzbekistan faces direct implications for water security due to declining regional inflows.Reported
- New railway corridor could boost Uzbekistan's transit roleUzbekistan may become a key transit partner in new Indian Ocean corridorReported
- How does Pakistan's focus on the UAP railway project affect Uzbekistan?Pakistan prioritizes UAP railway project feasibility study as part of diplomatic efforts with Afghanistan.Reported
Explainers that pass through Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a step on the way to someone else- Hansae Mobility's expansion into Central Asia may boost trade in KazakhstanHansae Mobility's Central Asian expansion may boost trade and investment in KazakhstanPossible
- Hansae Mobility expansion could increase rail logistics for Kazakhstan Temir ZholyHansae Mobility's Central Asian expansion may boost rail logistics demand for Kazakhstan Temir ZholyPossible
- Hansae Mobility's new plant may expand sales across Central AsiaNew manufacturing base could boost industrial capacity and trade across Central Asia.Possible
- Uzbekistan partnership may open $4 billion market for KoreaKorea may gain access to Uzbek raw materials and a $4 billion marketReported
- How does Uzbekistan leverages its status as a hub affect Korea?Uzbekistan and South Korea are expanding infrastructure cooperationIncludes Brind's reasoning
Around Uzbekistan this week
News at the entities that move Uzbekistan most-
Narendra Modi OperationalIndia is reviewing Starlink for security clearance, with government officials addressing satellite security concerns.Moves Uzbekistan
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Azerbaijan OperationalAzerbaijan reported reduced emissions in 2025 despite a global rise.Moves Uzbekistan
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev StructuralShavkat Mirziyoyev will visit Baku for the CICA Summit, where leaders expanded cooperation with Azerbaijan.Moves Uzbekistan
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Belarus OperationalA cultural festival attracting international troupes is taking place involving Egypt, Kazakhstan, and Belarus.Moves Uzbekistan
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Boeing TransactionalJeenbek Kulubaev discussed possible aircraft deliveries from Boeing to Kyrgyz carriers.Moves Uzbekistan
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Rosatom OperationalThe potential of Songea as a deposit prospect in Tanzania is being discussed in the context of global nuclear lessons from Fukushima and the role of companies like Rosatom.Moves Uzbekistan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 1,323, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Narendra Modi Operational
Modi and Uzbekistan maintain a strategic partnership, coordinating cooperation across diplomatic, trade, energy, and defense sectors through high-level bilateral engagement.
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Azerbaijan Operational
Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan maintain a deep, mutually strategic partnership characterized by extensive bilateral economic, trade, and diplomatic cooperation.
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Tashkent Structural
Tashkent functions as the administrative, political, and economic capital of Uzbekistan.
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Karakalpakstan Structural
Karakalpakstan functions as a constituent republic and administrative region within the political framework of Uzbekistan.
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Rosatom Operational
Rosatom is actively building and supplying nuclear power plants and training programs within Uzbekistan.
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev Structural
Shavkat Mirziyoyev serves as the President of Uzbekistan, directing national policy, economic reforms, and government operations.
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Afghanistan Operational
Uzbekistan and Afghanistan maintain active, multi-faceted ties involving extensive trade, energy cooperation, and shared security interests.
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Tajikistan Operational
Uzbekistan and Tajikistan maintain a deep strategic partnership characterized by joint infrastructure projects, trade expansion, and coordinated resource management.
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Kazakhstan Operational
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan maintain a deep operational partnership characterized by joint projects in energy, technology, and expanding bilateral trade and policy coordination.
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Aziz Abdukhakimov Structural
Aziz Abdukhakimov holds formal advisory and representative roles within the government of Uzbekistan.
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United Arab Emirates Structural
The relationship is characterized by growing trade, investment, and policy cooperation, underpinned by specific ownership ties and capital flows from the UAE to Uzbekistan.
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Singapore Operational
The two states maintain a strategic partnership focused on capital market cooperation, investment, technology, and shared payment systems.
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Xi Jinping Operational
Xi Jinping and Uzbekistan maintain a strong strategic partnership focused on bilateral cooperation, infrastructure development, and shared regional interests.
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Fergana Region Structural
Fergana Region is a formal administrative region located within the sovereign state of Uzbekistan.
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Belarus Operational
The relationship is a strategic partnership characterized by mutual trade, joint ventures, and ongoing industrial and economic cooperation between the two states.
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Asian Development Bank Structural
ADB provides sustained financial, technical, and strategic assistance to Uzbekistan to support its economic reforms and regional development projects.
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Boeing Transactional
Uzbekistan signed a major $8.5B agreement with Boeing.
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Commonwealth of Independent States Structural
Uzbekistan is a formal member state of the CIS and is scheduled to assume the chairmanship in 2027.
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Kyrgyzstan Operational
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan maintain an active strategic partnership characterized by joint infrastructure development, trade cooperation, and transboundary resource disputes.
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Laziz Kudratov Structural
Laziz Kudratov holds the formal position of Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade for the government of Uzbekistan.
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India Operational
India and Uzbekistan are engaged in a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership focused on deepening cooperation across trade, energy, defense, and cultural ties.
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Turkmenistan Operational
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan maintain a strategic partnership characterized by active cooperation in trade, energy, and water, alongside instances of competition.
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Georgia Operational
Georgia and Uzbekistan maintain a strategic partnership focused on trade, logistics, and mutual investment opportunities.
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Pakistan Operational
The two states maintain a strategic bilateral partnership focused on deepening economic ties, trade, infrastructure, and security cooperation.
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ACWA Power Operational
ACWA Power is actively investing in and jointly developing renewable energy and infrastructure projects within Uzbekistan.
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Sherzod Shermatov Structural
Shermatov holds a high-level governmental role, driving Uzbekistan's national digital and economic policy agendas.
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Andijan Structural
Andijan functions as an administrative district within Uzbekistan, receiving national investment and governance.
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Nukus Structural
The government of Uzbekistan is initiating a structural shift affecting the district of Nukus.
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Saida Mirziyoyeva Structural
Saida Mirziyoyeva holds appointed managerial and representative roles within Uzbekistan's state financial and governmental structures.
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Qatar Operational
Uzbekistan and Qatar maintain a strategic partnership focused on trade, investment, and joint initiatives.
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Abdulla Aripov Structural
Abdulla Aripov functions as a high-level representative of Uzbekistan in official diplomatic and ceremonial capacities.
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China Structural
Deep structural cooperation is evident through major trade, joint ventures, and Chinese investment in Uzbek infrastructure and technology.
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Ulugbekhon Maksumov Structural
A serves as the official representative of Uzbekistan in international forums, holding a high-level council chairmanship.
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Hong Kong Operational
Uzbekistan and Hong Kong actively engage in cooperation, focusing on expanding trade, investment ties, and high-tech financial infrastructure.
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Lee Jae Myung Operational
Lee Jae Myung and Uzbekistan engage in high-level diplomatic summits and economic cooperation, including support from Korean companies.
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Li Qiang Operational
Li Qiang engages in high-level diplomatic and economic cooperation with Uzbekistan to strengthen bilateral ties and expand trade.
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Sherzod Asadov Structural
Sherzod Asadov serves as the official press secretary and representative utilizing Uzbekistan's governmental channels.
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Minsk Tractor Works Structural
A joint venture has been established to localize tractor production, linking Minsk Tractor Works' operations to the Uzbek market.
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United Nations Structural
Uzbekistan is a member state of the United Nations, actively participating in global cooperation and reform efforts.
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Ministry of Industry and Commerce Transactional
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is executing international trade policy on behalf of Uzbekistan, evidenced by the signing of major trade agreements.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
43 events- Uzbekistan and GE Aerospace agreed to develop educational programs during a meeting in Samarkand.
- President of Uzbekistan met with Turkmenistan officials to discuss expanding trade and regional cooperation.
- Larsen & Toubro is building a new airport in Uzbekistan.
- EU sought dialogue for normalization and imposed sanctions on Uzbekistan following the Andijan event in 2006.
- Marco Rubio's diplomatic trip to India includes a visit to Uzbekistan to strengthen bilateral ties.
- Chinese Premier Li Qiang visited Uzbekistan for official talks, deepening relations between China and Uzbekistan.
- Immigrants from Ukraine and Uzbekistan moved to Israel, alongside a family relocating from Beersheba.
- Zou Jiayi met with Uzbek officials to discuss expanding cooperation on the economy and infrastructure.
- Voltamp Energy announced project advancements in Uzbekistan and Oman, expanding its supply markets across North Africa and the Middle East.
- President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree setting transport targets and designating several regions in Uzbekistan as transport areas.
- Mirziyoyev met with Chinese executives to discuss a proposed logistics hub in the Andijan region of Uzbekistan.
- Uzbekistan and the UAE agreed to accelerate joint projects in energy and infrastructure.
- A film set in Uzbekistan features views of Samarkand and Tashkent, involving director Kiyoshi Kurosawa.
- ISDB, World Bank Group, and IMF are supporting Uzbekistan's economic transformation through various cooperation projects.
- Uzbekistan met with IMF officials to discuss measures aimed at boosting economic growth and jobs during the annual meetings.
- The State Assets Management Agency manages state assets in Uzbekistan.
- ACWA Power proposed addressing energy sector challenges in Uzbekistan as President Mirziyoyev announced a new Investors Council led by Saida Mirziyoyeva.
- President Mirziyoyev announced localization goals and the establishment of a special industrial zone in Jizzakh, Uzbekistan.
- Slovakia and Uzbekistan discussed increasing bilateral trade, investment, and industrial cooperation.
- Uzbekistan advocates for strengthening CICA's role ahead of the seventh CICA summit scheduled to take place in Baku.
- Trade analysis involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan shows 45% of goods are imported from the Middle East.
- Máximo Torero commented on Euronews that both Uzbekistan and Liechtenstein are doubly landlocked countries.
- Uzbekistan signed an MoU with Dalian to expand railway and metro cooperation.
- Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan's rural economies and agriculture depend heavily on the flow of the Amu Darya river.
- Uzbekistan is preparing for COP31 in Antalya, with Aziz Abdukhakimov chairing a national committee meeting in Tashkent.
- Uzbekistan agreed to accelerate a power transmission project, extending the line to Baghlan and Nangarhar provinces.
- President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the pasture restoration plan in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
- A meeting was held in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.
- Franklin Templeton met in Tashkent to discuss investment cooperation and reforms with Uzbek officials.
- Uzbekistan plans to establish an environmental regime for greenhouses located in Tashkent.
- Uzbekistan discussed cooperation in power infrastructure with Sumitomo Corporation and Shikoku Electric Power.
- Taleh Kazimov visited Tashkent to discuss cooperation in the banking sector with officials from the Central Bank of Uzbekistan.
- Mirziyoyev outlined Uzbekistan's energy security strategy, announcing the first nuclear plant location in Jizzakh.
- Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan expanded their strategic partnership and strengthened bilateral ties on October 1, 2026.
- Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan pressed for joint water resource management with Afghanistan, noted within the context of C6 states.
- Uzbekistan discussed modernization with a Saudi company, coinciding with Miahona expanding its presence in the country.
- Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia discussed potential investment projects in energy and agriculture in the Fergana region.
- Cooperation extends along the Silk Road between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, while archaeological finds are examined in the Bukhara Region.
- NephroCare, a specialized dialysis provider in India, is expanding its operations across Nepal, the Philippines, and Uzbekistan.
- Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan discussed expanding cooperation in information technology.
- Miahona explores investment opportunities and infrastructure projects in Karakalpakstan, Fergana, and Jizzakh, with Franklin Templeton serving as trustee.
- Japanese businesses discussed expanding investment cooperation and joint projects in a special economic zone in Samarkand.
- TBI led a delegation to Uzbekistan to discuss potential cooperation in seismic data processing.
September 2026
5 events- High-level talks regarding the upcoming CIS summit and Central Asia meetings involving Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.
- Uzbekistan reported cooperation on energy infrastructure projects.
- Uzbekistan is seeking US technical assistance and tasking Rosatom with building a nuclear cluster, with oversight consortium formation announced.
- Uzbekistan is seeking capital for investment projects in priority sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and tourism.
- Japanese companies are expanding their presence in Uzbekistan, seeking technology and market access through bilateral ties.
August 2026
4 events- Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are strengthening their bilateral relations through diplomatic ties.
- Uzbekistan, along with international bodies like the UN and JICA, is deepening trade and transport ties to support the Afghan people and aid delivery.
- Uzbekistan and the United Arab Emirates launched a council to strengthen trade and investment ties.
- A new project focuses on regional cooperation and resilience among Central Asian states.
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June 2026
7 events- Tashkent hosts an investment forum on June 15, 2026, attended by officials including Laziz Kudratov, Uzbekistan's Minister of Investments.
- Uzbekistan is partnering with South Korea on major infrastructure projects, including airport modernization and high-speed rail studies.
- Strategic partnership discussed for bilateral cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.
- Uzbekistan's minister visited Doha, Qatar, for high-level talks that focused on expanding investment cooperation between the two countries.
- Uzbekistan is working to elevate trade and strengthen financial ties with the Export-Import Bank of the United States, seeking long-term investment partnerships in Central Asia.
- TBI announced its support for Uzbekistan's reform agenda following a meeting between Mirziyoyev and Tony Blair.
- Uzbekistan and the UK discussed expanding cooperation focused on utilizing UKEF financing instruments within Uzbekistan's capital market.