AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIATA Aviation Update: IATA’s World Air Transport Statistics shows global passenger growth in 2025, with international premium travel (business/first) up 4.5% to 109.7m and Asia-Pacific dominating the busiest routes, including the Jeju–Seoul Gimpo pair at 13.3m passengers. Uzbekistan Capital Markets: Uzbekistan authorized 14 international financial institutions to issue local-currency bonds, aiming to deepen the national capital market and attract long-term financing. Uzbekistan Tourism Boost: A VAT Tax Free refund system for foreign tourists starts at all Uzbekistan international airports from April 1, offering 85% VAT back (cash or card transfer) and expanding eligible goods and locations over time. SAF Energy Deal: Topsoe and Sasol signed a licensing agreement to bring eSAF/bio-based SAF technology to Allied Biofuels’ Khorezm facility, combining SynCOR and Fischer-Tropsch pathways. Education & Skills: Uzbekistan increased 2026–2027 university admissions to 234,000+ full-time bachelor places, including 36,023 state-funded scholarships, prioritizing engineering, IT, teaching and agriculture. Regional Trade Talks: Pakistan plans to sign a five-year economic cooperation roadmap with Uzbekistan during a July 20–21 visit, with a B2B forum and focus on transport/logistics connectivity.
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