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A business forum between Uzbekistan and Egypt will be held in Tashkent.

A business forum between Uzbekistan and Egypt will be held in Tashkent.

On December 24, 2024, Tashkent will host the next meeting of the intergovernmental commission between Uzbekistan and Egypt, along with a Uzbek-Egyptian business forum.
A roundtable was held in Washington with top companies.

A roundtable was held in Washington with top companies.

On December 20, 2024, during a visit by a delegation led by Uzbekistan's Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khojaev to the United States, a roundtable discussion took place featuring prominent American business leaders.
A "Made in Uzbekistan" fair is currently taking place in Aktau.

A "Made in Uzbekistan" fair is currently taking place in Aktau.

From December 22 to 25, the "Made in Uzbekistan" fair is taking place in Aktau, Kazakhstan.
Uzbekistan and Pakistan are in talks to expand the list of goods covered by their preferential trade agreement.

Uzbekistan and Pakistan are in talks to expand the list of goods covered by their preferential trade agreement.

The Ministry of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan held online discussions with the Ministry of Commerce of Pakistan regarding the expansion of the list of goods included in the Preferential Trade Agreement between the two nations, as reported by the news agency "Dunyo."
In Uzbekistan, 73.6 billion kWh of electricity was generated over the course of 11 months.

In Uzbekistan, 73.6 billion kWh of electricity was generated over the course of 11 months.

From January to November 2024, Uzbekistan's electricity production rose by 4.52% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 73.6 billion kWh, according to the Statistics Agency.
In the past 11 months, Uzbekistan imported gas worth $1.55 billion.

In the past 11 months, Uzbekistan imported gas worth $1.55 billion.

From January to November 2024, Uzbekistan imported natural gas worth $1.55 billion, which is 2.8 times higher than the same period in 2023, according to the Statistics Agency.
From January to November, Uzbekistan exported gold worth $6.62 billion.

From January to November, Uzbekistan exported gold worth $6.62 billion.

From January to November 2024, Uzbekistan exported gold worth $6.62 billion, according to data from the Statistics Agency.
Asrorjon Askarov has been appointed as the head of the Regional Electric Networks JSC.

Asrorjon Askarov has been appointed as the head of the Regional Electric Networks JSC.

The press service of JSC "Regional Electric Networks" announces the appointment of a new head of the company.
In 2025, the Tashkent Metro will acquire 14 new trains.

In 2025, the Tashkent Metro will acquire 14 new trains.

In 2025, the Tashkent Metro is set to enhance its fleet with the addition of 14 new trains, comprising a total of 56 carriages.
The structure of "Uzzheldorpass" lost its appeal in a case concerning violations of pricing policy.

The structure of "Uzzheldorpass" lost its appeal in a case concerning violations of pricing policy.

The appellate court has rejected the appeal from the company "Shakhar Atrofida Yulovchi Tashish," which is part of the "Uztemiryulylovchi" group, regarding the decision made by the Competition Policy Committee, according to the oversight authority.
Direct flights from Tashkent to the resort island of Hainan are now available.

Direct flights from Tashkent to the resort island of Hainan are now available.

This week, two airlines from Uzbekistan—Uzbekistan Airways and Qanot Sharq—commenced regular direct flights to Sanya, one of the most sought-after resorts on China's Hainan Island.
The President of Uzbekistan has approved an agreement with Belarus for the mutual use of electronic systems for product origin certification.

The President of Uzbekistan has approved an agreement with Belarus for the mutual use of electronic systems for product origin certification.

The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has approved an agreement between the Government of Uzbekistan and the Government of Belarus regarding the mutual implementation of electronic systems for product origin certification. This agreement was signed on February 8, 2024, in Tashkent during the visit of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to Uzbekistan.
Consumers will be exempt from paying state fees for lawsuits against insurers.

Consumers will be exempt from paying state fees for lawsuits against insurers.

A law approved by the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan stipulates that consumers of insurance services will be exempt from paying state fees for civil and commercial claims against insurers.
Customs officials from Uzbekistan and Afghanistan held discussions.

Customs officials from Uzbekistan and Afghanistan held discussions.

Delegations from the customs services of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan held a meeting at the International Trade Center in Termez, situated on the border between the two countries.
Uzbekistan has exported 5,038 tons of hot peppers.

Uzbekistan has exported 5,038 tons of hot peppers.

From January to October 2024, Uzbekistan exported 5,038 tons of hot peppers, generating a revenue of $7.2 million.
The President of Uzbekistan held a video conference meeting focused on supporting entrepreneurship.

The President of Uzbekistan held a video conference meeting focused on supporting entrepreneurship.

Under the chairmanship of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, a video conference meeting was held to review the work accomplished this year and to outline key plans for 2025 aimed at comprehensive support for entrepreneurship, as well as to engage in dialogue with leading business figures.
Nishonsky and Mirishkor districts will be transformed into innovative centers for cotton cultivation.

Nishonsky and Mirishkor districts will be transformed into innovative centers for cotton cultivation.

The Chinese company "Xinjiang Liuhua" has successfully cultivated cotton on 1,520 hectares of irrigated land in the Koson district, a vital hub for cotton production in Uzbekistan located in the Kashkadarya region. The use of foreign cotton varieties and drip irrigation technology has significantly boosted land productivity, according to Light Central Asia.
Uzbekistan's process of joining the WTO is nearing completion.

Uzbekistan's process of joining the WTO is nearing completion.

The process of Uzbekistan's accession to the World Trade Organization is nearing completion. This was announced during a video conference dedicated to the results of the current year's work and the main plans for 2025 regarding comprehensive support for entrepreneurship.
Construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway will begin on December 27.

Construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway will begin on December 27.

The construction of the railway connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan is set to begin on December 27, 2024. This announcement was made by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov during his speech at the People's Kurultai.
DOM.RF showcased the potential for exporting construction expertise to Uzbekistan.

DOM.RF showcased the potential for exporting construction expertise to Uzbekistan.

The authorities and construction companies in Uzbekistan have expressed their readiness to collaborate with DOM.RF on a pilot project for the implementation of escrow accounts. They have also shown interest in exporting Russian digital technologies. This information was announced following the visit of representatives from the state company to Uzbekistan, which took place on December 19-20, 2024.
In January to November, Uzbekistan produced 382,905 passenger cars.

In January to November, Uzbekistan produced 382,905 passenger cars.

From January to November 2024, enterprises in Uzbekistan produced a total of 382,905 passenger cars of various models, according to the Statistical Agency.
Kyrgyzstan will supply drinking water, Crystal, to Uzbekistan.

Kyrgyzstan will supply drinking water, Crystal, to Uzbekistan.

Uzbek companies Garnet Group and Magic Galaxy have signed long-term agreements for the supply of bottled drinking water, Crystal, from Kyrgyzstan. This information was reported by the Trade Representation of Kyrgyzstan in Uzbekistan.
Two investors have shown interest in acquiring a 70% state stake in UZ CHASYS.

Two investors have shown interest in acquiring a 70% state stake in UZ CHASYS.

Two international investors have shown interest in acquiring a 70% stake in the authorized capital of LLC UZ CHASYS. This was reported by the Agency for Management of State Assets.
Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover reached $59.4 billion.

Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover reached $59.4 billion.

From January to November 2024, Uzbekistan's foreign trade turnover reached $59.4 billion, reflecting an increase of $2.1 billion, or 3.6%, compared to the same period in 2023. This information was reported by the Statistics Agency.
Uzbekistan's industries have produced industrial goods valued at 780.9 trillion sums.

Uzbekistan's industries have produced industrial goods valued at 780.9 trillion sums.

According to preliminary data, from January to November 2024, enterprises in Uzbekistan produced industrial goods valued at 780.9 trillion sums. The physical volume index of industrial production compared to the same period in 2023 stood at 106.8%. This information was reported by the Statistics Agency.
The issues related to increasing gas production have been discussed.

The issues related to increasing gas production have been discussed.

On December 19, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting focused on the current state of the gas extraction industry and strategies to increase gas production by 2025.
A U.S. trade representative has confirmed the conclusion of negotiations with Uzbekistan regarding its accession to the WTO.

A U.S. trade representative has confirmed the conclusion of negotiations with Uzbekistan regarding its accession to the WTO.

U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced the conclusion of bilateral talks with Uzbekistan regarding its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), reaffirming the Biden-Harris Administration's support for this process.
Uzbekneftegaz plans to produce 26.5 billion cubic meters of natural gas by 2025.

Uzbekneftegaz plans to produce 26.5 billion cubic meters of natural gas by 2025.

The company "Uzbekneftegaz" aims to extract 26.5 billion cubic meters of natural gas by 2025, according to the news channel Oʻzbekiston 24.
The President of Uzbekistan is holding a video conference to discuss support for entrepreneurship.

The President of Uzbekistan is holding a video conference to discuss support for entrepreneurship.

Under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, a video conference meeting is taking place to review the accomplishments of the current year and outline key plans for 2025 aimed at comprehensive support for entrepreneurship, along with discussions involving prominent business leaders.
CEIR Forecast: Uzbekistan's GDP is expected to reach 6.5% in 2024.

CEIR Forecast: Uzbekistan's GDP is expected to reach 6.5% in 2024.

In its updated report, the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) has revised its GDP growth forecast for Uzbekistan for 2024. The report highlights that the steady economic growth is attributed to the robust development of key sectors and an increase in investments.