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EDB increases Uzum financing to US$100 million
The Eurasian Development Bank has increased financing for Uzbekistan’s digital ecosystem Uzum from US$70 million to US$100 million to expand fintech services.
Polish business interested in expanding cooperation with Uzbekistan
Polish business representatives discussed expanding trade and economic cooperation with Uzbekistan and establishing direct ties between companies in both countries.
Russian delegations explore potential of Ferghana region
Russian regional delegations are visiting Ferghana region to explore its industrial, investment, agricultural and tourism potential ahead of a bilateral regional council meeting.
Uzbekistan explains rules for connecting non-residential premises to heating
Uzbekistan’s Issiqlikta’minoti explains the requirements for connecting commercial and other non-residential premises in apartment buildings to district heating.
Uzbekistan increases oil and petroleum imports by 1.8%
Uzbekistan imported US$1.165 billion worth of oil and petroleum products in January–September 2026, up 1.8% from the same period last year.
Uzbekistan imports US$1.23 billion worth of cars in nine months
Uzbekistan imported US$1.229 billion worth of passenger cars in January–September 2026, up 33.6% from the same period last year.
Uzbekistan consumer sentiment remains positive in Q2
Consumer sentiment in Uzbekistan remained positive in the second quarter of 2026, with income, spending, credit and savings indices staying above 50 points.
New gas condensate field discovered in Ustyurt region
A new Karatau gas condensate field has been discovered in Uzbekistan’s Ustyurt region following exploration drilling and testing.
Fitch assigns MMG expected B(EXP) rating
Fitch Ratings assigned Uzbekistan-based Multinational Mine Group an expected B(EXP) rating, with a Stable Outlook, citing its small scale and single-mine dependence.
Uzbekistan to receive US$3 million in Japanese equipment
Japan will provide Uzbekistan with 90 modern gas distribution stations worth US$3 million to help modernize the country’s gas supply infrastructure.