November 3, 12:50UzDaily

Uzbekistan attracted $44.3 billion in investments over nine months

From January to September 2026, Uzbekistan attracted foreign investments and loans totaling $44.3 billion. During this period, 106 major projects worth $3.8 billion were launched, creating 13,800 jobs.

This data was presented by the Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade, Laziz Kudratov, in response to an inquiry from a parliamentary investigation by the Oliy Majlis legislative body. This investigation concerned monitoring the implementation of projects with foreign investment in various regions, assessing their effectiveness, and improving interaction with investors.

According to the submitted response, a digital system is used to monitor investment projects and promptly identify emerging issues. Steps are also being taken to improve the management of special economic zones and enhance the efficiency of foreign loans guaranteed by the state.

As part of efforts to improve the legal framework regulating special economic zones, a revised draft law titled 'On Special Economic Zones' has been prepared. Furthermore, support measures for exporters are gradually being brought into compliance with Uzbekistan's international trade obligations.

During the review of the response, deputies emphasized that the effectiveness of investment activity should be assessed not only by the volume of funds attracted but also by the creation of added value, ensuring sustainable employment, developing cooperation with local enterprises, and impacting public welfare. They proposed selecting projects with high economic returns based on the potential and specialization of individual regions, strengthening production ties with local businesses, and ensuring that investment initiatives yield concrete results.

The deputies noted that parliamentary oversight in this area will help assess compliance with legislation, identify existing problems, and increase the efficiency of responsible state bodies. Following the review of the response to the parliamentary request, the Legislative Chamber adopted a corresponding decision.

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uzdaily.uzOctober 29, 11:20

Uzbekistan's agreements with American companies worth $12 billion cover finance, healthcare, and agriculture

According to the report from the O'zbekiston 24 channel, Uzbekistan's agreements with American corporations totaling $12 billion cover sectors such as banking services, payment systems, capital markets, satellite communications, healthcare, and agriculture.

These arrangements are designed to introduce new financial services, expand digital infrastructure, modernize medical facilities, and support the application of advanced agricultural technologies.

Details of Financial and Technological Partnerships

As part of the cooperation with the American bank Column Bank, citizens of Uzbekistan will be able to open accounts in US banks. The agreement with Visa provides for the creation of a national payment gateway and its integration with the global VisaNet payment network. Mastercard will focus on developing artificial intelligence-based financial services and digital wallets, which should increase the convenience and security of mobile payments.

In the capital markets sector, an agreement has been reached with Nasdaq to modernize the Tashkent Stock Exchange and prepare large state enterprises for initial public offerings (IPOs). This measure will ultimately allow citizens to acquire shares in significant companies and receive a portion of the profits.

Development of Communications and Healthcare

In the telecommunications sphere, Amazon LEO plans to provide high-speed internet access across Uzbekistan using low-orbit satellites. Additionally, Viasat will study the possibility of installing high-speed Wi-Fi systems on new aircraft purchased by Uzbekistan Airways.

Several agreements aim to strengthen medical infrastructure and implement medical technologies. The American International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) will provide funding for the construction of a modern multidisciplinary hospital in Fergana. The company Accuray will introduce advanced radiation and oncology therapy technologies in Samarkand.

The authors of the report note that such initiatives can reduce the need for patients with serious illnesses to travel to Tashkent or abroad for treatment. GE HealthCare will equip regional cardiology and neurology centers with high-tech medical equipment.

Innovations in Agriculture

In the agricultural sector, Valmont Industries intends to implement drip irrigation technologies to modernize farming methods. Furthermore, in collaboration with 6th Grain, a satellite system will be launched to forecast cotton and grain yields.

uzdaily.uzOctober 28, 16:10

Uzbekistan forms a portfolio of medical investments worth $2.7 billion

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation dedicated to attracting investment in the healthcare sector, expanding private sector participation, and establishing large medical institutions.

For this purpose, a portfolio of 35 investment projects has been formed, with a total value of $2.7 billion. These projects include the construction of specialized centers and multidisciplinary hospitals, equipping medical facilities with modern equipment, and training qualified personnel.

It is planned that the construction of new and the modernization of existing medical facilities will take into account the needs of the population. Their location, capacity, and range of services must meet demand. Therefore, the presentation considered ways to involve private companies in project implementation and introduce new methods of managing medical institutions.

Among the planned facilities are the National Oncology Center, the Republican Center for Neurology and Stroke, a multidisciplinary medical center for adults in Tashkent region, new hospitals in Kashkadarya region, and a maternal and child health center in Nukus. Additionally, medical education programs are planned for Termez.

As part of public-private partnerships, Uzbekistan intends to build an 800-bed hospital in Samarkand and create a multidisciplinary medical facility in Bukhara region. The presentation detailed the practical implementation of these initiatives.

Proposals for nine potential projects with a total value of $1 billion were also presented. They are aimed at developing infrastructure for treating neurological, psychological problems and addictions, pediatric oncology and hematology, improving emergency medical care, updating the ambulance fleet, and training medical workers.

To attract investments more systematically, the government proposes developing a healthcare development strategy until 2040 based on a master plan. The first stage will include analyzing current projects to assess their relevance and feasibility. Then, projects will be selected based on regional needs, investment profiles will be developed, and a unified portfolio will be formed.

This strategy is expected to define priority areas for cooperation with private investors, international financial institutions, and donors.

The presentation also addressed the topic of increased private sector involvement in medical and auxiliary services through outsourcing. According to a new procedure that will come into force next year, medical institutions will be able to procure such services from private organizations.

The proposed approach involves concluding long-term contracts with service providers, predetermining the volume and quality requirements of services, and assessing efficiency based on clear criteria. The government aims to increase the share of outsourced services in procurement to 30% by 2030.

To enhance transparency, the introduction of an electronic system called 'Medical Outsourcing' is planned. This system will maintain a unified register of services, suppliers, and contracts, track the volume and quality of provided services, and monitor payments. The system is expected to be integrated with state procurement systems.

Another priority is attracting professional managers to leadership positions in large medical institutions. Candidates will be selected through open competitions, and their performance will be evaluated annually based on key performance indicators. This approach is planned to be introduced in five large medical institutions by 2030.

After the presentation, Mirziyoyev instructed responsible officials to continue developing the investment strategy and projects based on the master plan, as well as to accelerate the implementation of already launched initiatives.