AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUzbekistan–France Energy Push: Uzbekistan is developing six energy projects with France worth $1.8bn, on top of $2bn already under implementation, with talks covering power generation, grids, gas infrastructure and digital tech. EV Manufacturing & Charging Rollout: BYD is discussing expanding its Jizzakh EV plant, boosting localization and exports, and building a nationwide fast-charging network. Digital Economy & Finance Rules: The Central Bank of Uzbekistan criticized a draft plan to require banks to automatically report large P2P transfers to tax authorities, warning it could breach constitutional bank secrecy and privacy. AI for Industry: Uzbekistan says it is rolling out nearly 100 priority AI projects across healthcare, education, agriculture, energy, finance, industry and e-government through 2030. Regional Trade Connectivity: Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are exploring a joint Caspian maritime fleet, aiming to deepen the Middle Corridor and improve access to sea routes. Cybercrime Crackdown: Tashkent police dismantled a cyber fraud network targeting Europe and North America. Uzbekistan–Belarus Partnership: Minsk hosted a summit where Mirziyoyev and Lukashenko signed a declaration upgrading ties to a strategic partnership, with a roadmap targeting $2bn trade and new joint projects. Tourism Growth Targets: Uzbekistan highlights tourism momentum—11.7m visitors in 2025 and plans to reach 20m annually by 2030—alongside higher service export goals. Visa & Mobility Signals: Taiwan’s eVisa list for 2026 includes Uzbekistan, alongside other countries, for tourism and business travel.
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