On March 29, the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan held a briefing on the upcoming Tashkent International Investment Forum, one of the most significant international events in the country’s economic landscape.
Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov announced that the IV Tashkent International Investment Forum will take place from June 10 to 12, 2025, in the capital city of Uzbekistan. A unique feature of this year’s forum will be the introduction of an investment exhibition, where major private companies will showcase their projects, and local enterprises will have the opportunity to present their potential to international investors.
The forum will include panel discussions, strategic agreements, and high-level meetings. Key topics to be addressed include:
- The role of small and medium-sized enterprises in economic growth
- Industrial advancements in the automotive, electrical, and mechanical engineering sectors
- Water resource management: challenges and innovative solutions
- Legal protection of investors and modernization of the legal system
- Development of fintech and e-commerce
- Green energy and sustainable development
- Privatization and investment reforms
- Urban development and infrastructure modernization
- Strengthening key production chains in the textile and chemical industries
- Digitalization and artificial intelligence as business enablers.
Kudratov highlighted Uzbekistan’s strengthening position as a dynamic investment hub in Central Asia. “Over the past seven years, we have undertaken major reforms to liberalize our economy, improve the business environment, and create favorable conditions for investors,” he stated.
According to the minister, Uzbekistan has attracted more than $90 billion in foreign investment in recent years, contributing to an economic growth rate of 6% last year. The country is committed to openness, comprehensive reforms, and fostering a favorable business climate. The “Uzbekistan-2030” Strategy has been adopted, aiming to increase the nation’s GDP to $200 billion by 2030, with foreign investment playing a crucial role in achieving this goal.
One of the most effective platforms for investor engagement and promoting Uzbekistan as a prime investment destination is the annual Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF). The previous, third TIIF gathered over 2,500 participants from 93 countries and facilitated agreements worth a record $26.6 billion. Since 2022, the forum has resulted in 357 investment agreements totaling $44 billion.
The leading investment partners include Saudi Arabia ($10.7 billion), followed by China ($7 billion), Russia ($5.5 billion), the UAE ($4.6 billion), Turkey ($3.6 billion), Germany ($3.4 billion), and France ($2 billion).
