News and publications for 2026

Yandex Maps learned to show where you are: a new feature for meetings and trips launched in Uzbekistan

Map users can now share their real-time location to more easily find friends, relatives, and fellow travelers.

02 Aug 09:240

Uzbekistan Startup Conquers Silicon Valley: Project by Karakalpakstan Native Enters Y Combinator

Speko creates an AI-powered platform that helps select the best voice AI models for various tasks.

02 Aug 09:230

Li Auto and Yandex unite in Uzbekistan: cars get built-in maps, music, and online services

The premium crossover Li L9 became the first car on the country's market with deep integration of the Yandex Auto platform without smartphone connection.

02 Aug 09:220

Uzbekistan Prepares New Way to Buy Without Loans: Citizens May Be Allowed to Lease Goods

The Ministry of Economy and Finance proposes to launch consumer leasing, which will allow individuals to receive property for temporary use with subsequent purchase or payment under a contract.

02 Aug 09:210

Apple, Google, and OpenAI Nearly Doubled Payments to Uzbekistan

Foreign companies operating in the online services sector sharply increased tax deductions after the growth in the volume of digital services in the country.

02 Aug 09:200

Uzbekistan Eyes Turkish Logistics Hub: Companies Seek Path to European and Middle Eastern Markets

A delegation from Tashkent explored the opportunities in Mersin province for exporting goods and developing new trade routes.

02 Aug 09:190

Number of entrepreneurs growing in Uzbekistan: Tashkent's rate almost twice the national average

There are already 32 businesses per thousand inhabitants in the country, with the capital becoming the leader in small business activity.

02 Aug 09:190

Uzbekistan Seeks New Partners in Turkey: Countries Discuss Millions of Dollars for Joint Projects

At the economic summit in Kastamonu, Tashkent presented opportunities for investors and agreed to expand cooperation with Turkish businesses.

02 Aug 09:180

European HR Giant Trenkwalder Eyes Uzbekistan

The Austrian company is exploring the possibility of building a team of 100 specialists to work with international clients

30 Jul 12:340

Another Global BPO Giant Comes to Uzbekistan: iSON Xperiences to Create Hundreds of Jobs

The international company plans to open a customer service center and start by hiring Russian-speaking specialists

30 Jul 12:300

Major International Outsourcer Eyes Uzbekistan: Emapta May Open Service Center

The company with over 10,000 employees is exploring opportunities to establish local teams and launch projects in the country

30 Jul 12:290

SQB and Huawei Unite for Future Banking: AI Comes to Uzbekistan's Finance

Uzpromstroybank to Implement New Digital Solutions and AI Technologies as Part of Expanded Cooperation with Chinese Company

30 Jul 12:280

Uzbekistan Enters US Freight Market: New BPO Center Launched in Jizzakh

The company will manage American transportation and plans to almost quadruple its staff

30 Jul 12:270

Uzbekistan Prepares Rules for Islamic Banks: Ministry of Justice Registers New Norms

The country has formed a legal framework for the operation of financial organizations working on Islamic banking principles

30 Jul 12:250

Central Bank of Uzbekistan Refuses to Even Discuss Rate Cut

The regulator maintained the key rate at 14% and stated that inflation risks remain too high

30 Jul 12:250

REPO transactions worth 65.5 billion soums conducted on Toshkent exchange

Corporate bond operations are expected to increase market liquidity and expand short-term financing opportunities

30 Jul 12:240

Major Changes Come into Force in Uzbekistan on August 1: From QR Codes to New Benefits

New rules will affect businesses, motorists, farmers, the tax system, and digital public services

30 Jul 12:210

Tashkent to Invest Over 5 Billion Soums in Power Grids: Authorities Begin Large-Scale Modernization

Funds will be directed towards updating the distribution network and improving power supply reliability

30 Jul 12:200

An analogue of the world's best-selling weight loss drug registered in Uzbekistan

Tirzepatide Sejaro has been registered for the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus

30 Jul 12:190

ADEC Innovations Considers Launching Service Center in Uzbekistan

International company explores the possibility of creating a platform for data processing, software development, and global business services

27 Jul 11:400

Uzbekistan and Afghanistan Aim to Increase Trade Turnover to $5 Billion

The parties discussed trade expansion, preferential tariffs for Afghan exports, and reduced railway transportation costs

27 Jul 11:350

Park and Water Park to be Built in New Andijan for $45 Million

The first stage of a large investment project involves the creation of a recreation area with water attractions, and the second - the construction of a residential complex with an area of 750 thousand square meters.

27 Jul 11:340

Khorezm to build a $6.1 billion biofuel plant producing aviation fuel

The project by UAE companies envisages the production of 415 thousand tons of eco-friendly fuel per year and supplies for Uzbekistan Airports

27 Jul 11:320

Uzbekistan and Montenegro Expand Economic Cooperation

Tashkent and Podgorica discussed joint projects in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, IT, and the possibility of establishing an Intergovernmental Commission

27 Jul 11:310

IMF warns of threats to Uzbekistan's budget due to unprofitable state-owned enterprises

Only half of the country's state-owned companies are profitable, with a significant portion remaining dependent on state support

26 Jul 10:100

Uzbekistan and China Prepare Projects in Energy, Industry, and Technology

Business Forum in Tashkent United 22 Chinese Companies and Representatives of Key Economic Sectors

26 Jul 10:090

Uzbekistan and Slovenia Expand Cooperation in Technology and Industry

Companies from both countries are interested in establishing joint ventures and localizing production in Uzbekistan

26 Jul 10:070

Average Salary in Uzbekistan Exceeds 7 Million Sums: Where Do People Earn the Most?

Workers' incomes in the country grew by 18.4% over the year, but the gap between regions remains twofold

26 Jul 10:070

Uzbekistan's Ministry of Internal Affairs to Launch Digital Consent: Important Documents Can Be Processed Online

The new platform will allow remote identity verification and obtaining consent for migration and personalization services without visiting government agencies.

25 Jul 11:130

Sonect Plans to Open BPO Centers in Tashkent, Samarkand, and Fergana

New Outsourcing Market Player Plans to Develop International Services and Train Specialists to Work with Global Clients

25 Jul 11:100