Uzbekistan plans to raise its gross domestic product (GDP) to more than $150 billion by 2026, UzDaily.com reported, citing a government meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the results of the country’s economic development this year and macroeconomic targets for 2026.
According to the plan, the government aims to ensure economic growth of 6.6%, inject at least 400 trillion soums into the economy, and keep inflation below 7%.
President Mirziyoyev instructed that half of the remaining funds from extra-budgetary sources of ministries and agencies be transferred to a special fund to finance school construction and healthcare development.
In addition, under the New Uzbekistan Strategy 2022–2026, the country is prioritizing industrial expansion, export growth, digitalization, and green technologies. Uzbekistan also plans to increase the share of renewable energy sources, boost electricity generation, and reduce natural gas consumption.
The combination of GDP growth, investment spending, and social commitments underscores Uzbekistan’s pursuit of sustainable development, with a strong focus on infrastructure, education, and healthcare.
CentralAsianLight.org
October 28, 2025