Uzbekistan sets ambitious goal of $42 billion in foreign investment for 2025

In 2025, Uzbekistan plans to attract $42 billion in foreign investment, implementing 81 large-scale projects and over 8,000 medium and small initiatives. This was highlighted in the briefing presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on April 21 regarding investment activities in the first quarter and upcoming priorities.

It was noted that thanks to Uzbekistan's active foreign policy and favorable business environment, the volume of investment has been steadily increasing. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, more than $8.7 billion in foreign investments were utilized, marking a 20% increase compared to the same period last year.

These funds are being directed toward energy, metallurgy, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, transport, agriculture, water management, communal, and social sectors, ensuring added value and job creation.

By the end of the first half of the year, foreign investments exceeding $18 billion are expected to be absorbed. Overall, $42 billion in foreign investment will be mobilized in 2025, facilitating the implementation of 81 large-scale and over 8,000 medium and small projects.

Officials have been instructed to ensure targeted execution of each project, involving ministries, local administrations, and industry leaders, to promptly address relevant issues.

“In the face of global economic fluctuations, it is essential to work closely with every investor and enhance the efficiency of foreign capital inflows. Most importantly, launching new investment projects swiftly, advancing industrial development, diversifying sectors, and creating high-income jobs remain critical objectives,” the statement emphasized.

Uzbekistan has been working on a major program for small and medium-sized business development, involving foreign experts. In 2025, a total of $10 billion from various sources will be allocated for this initiative.