Uzbekistan's Cabinet of Ministers has officially adopted a resolution defining the procedure for imposing quarantine measures in cases of infectious animal diseases. The document outlines how restrictions will be enforced based on the severity and spread of the infection.
Tashkent, Uzbekistan – AN Podrobno.uz. In several districts and cities of Uzbekistan, export volumes in the first quarter more than halved. Despite signed contracts worth billions of dollars, actual shipments of goods abroad have not started in many regions.
Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, during a videoconference meeting on economic growth, sharply criticized local executive authorities. The head of state noted that instead of supporting businesses, many governors (hokims) are mired in bureaucracy and attempts to conceal their own mistakes, which slows down regional development.
According to the Central Bank, commercial banks in Uzbekistan issued mortgage loans worth 21.2 trillion soums in 2025, a 24% increase compared to 2024. Of these, 72% were allocated for purchasing housing on the primary market.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan has sharply criticized regional authorities for the persistently high levels of shadow economy during a video conference meeting on economic growth. The president noted that in six regions—Jizzakh, Kashkadarya, Namangan, Samarkand, Surkhandarya, and Khorezm—the informal sector exceeds 40%, while in Andijan, Fergana, and Bukhara it stands at over 30%.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, during a meeting on April 24, ordered disciplinary measures against 13 district governors who failed to meet industrial and export targets, the presidential press service reported.
Uzbekistan's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 8.7% in the first quarter of 2026, according to data presented by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at a video conference meeting. This growth provides a foundation for the next phase of large-scale reforms, including the listing of state assets on international stock exchanges and deeper integration into global financial markets.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced on April 24 that Uzbekistan's gross domestic product (GDP) growth accelerated to 8.7% in the first quarter of 2025. This is 1.9 percentage points higher than the 6.8% recorded in the same period last year.
Uzbekistan's Ministry of Energy has announced plans to significantly reduce natural gas exports by 2025, citing rising domestic demand and the need to ensure energy security. According to a ministry spokesperson, current exports stand at 20 million cubic meters per day, but this figure could drop to 10 million cubic meters per day by 2025.
The government of Uzbekistan has announced a new set of economic reforms aimed at enhancing the country's competitiveness in the global market. These measures, including tax reductions and support for entrepreneurship, are expected to accelerate economic growth.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan has ordered the introduction of a specialized artificial intelligence platform into the banking system during a videoconference meeting on economic development. The digital system is designed to conduct in-depth analysis of business project parameters, calculate risks, and assess market demand, enabling loans to be issued based on precise algorithms rather than subjective employee assessments.
At a meeting on April 24, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev criticized some regional governors (hokims) for their inaction in addressing entrepreneurs' problems. The head of state stated that officials who avoid helping businesses may be removed from their posts.