Karakalpakstan is experiencing growth in the region's economic potential due to large-scale reforms, investment projects, and the commissioning of new production facilities.
Karakalpakstan is experiencing growth in the region's economic potential due to large-scale reforms, investment projects, and the commissioning of new production facilities.
The high support from the President, as well as initiatives aimed at socio-economic advancement and creating broad opportunities for entrepreneurship, contributes significantly to the region's development. One striking example of these efforts is the opening of a modern gold mining plant initiated by entrepreneurs.
The opening of this plant is of great importance for the Republic of Karakalpakstan. It not only marks the appearance of another production facility but also testifies to the formation of a favorable investment environment, the activation of entrepreneurial activity, and the creation of necessary conditions for the development of modern industry in the region.
The investment volume of the project amounts to 33 million US dollars. This project is particularly significant because it is based on modern technologies. Furthermore, achieving a product purity level of Au 999.9 during the processing of pure gold is considered an important event in the history of the country's industry.
After the new enterprise is put into full operational capacity, it is planned to process 1000 tons of ore daily, which will allow for the production of over half a ton of gold annually. What is especially important is that this project will create 250 new jobs. These figures reflect the fates of hundreds of families who will receive new income, as well as young people gaining new professions and modern skills, and people gaining new economic opportunities in the region.
From this perspective, the launch of the plant is an important step towards diversifying the industry of Karakalpakstan, expanding the production of high value-added products, and effectively utilizing natural resources.
It is important to note that such projects further increase the region's investment attractiveness. Large investment projects generate new partnerships, demand for qualified specialists, and additional business opportunities, which positively affects the development of other sectors of the economy.
It should also be emphasized that any new enterprise and production capacity in the region are, first and foremost, new opportunities for the people. The main criterion for evaluating today's reforms is what result investments and new projects yield in people's lives—how much the income and welfare of the population increase through the creation of new jobs.
As the President emphasizes, the main goals of the reforms are respect for human dignity, ensuring the well-being of the people, and comprehensive regional development. Every major investment project implemented in Karakalpakstan serves these noble goals.
It can be argued that the launch of the new plant opens a new economic chapter for Karakalpakstan. This example of a harmonious combination of initiative and opportunity, cooperation between investment and modern technology, is a vivid illustration of practical results on the path to the people's prosperity.
The Governor of Navoi Region, Normat Tursunov, reviewed the new projects being implemented in the city of Zarafshon. Currently, work is underway on sustainable and new projects aimed at the socio-economic development of the region, increasing investment attractiveness, and ensuring the well-being of the population.
Within these projects, plans include the creation of new production capacities, the establishment of modern service complexes and business centers for urban infrastructure. The development of eco-tourism, cultural, and entertainment zones is also provided for to increase the flow of local and foreign tourists, as well as to create permanent jobs for residents, especially young people.
During the presentation, the governor detailed the economic efficiency, implementation timelines, and number of jobs created for each project. He personally inspected the construction progress of the 'Zarafshon Mall' shopping and entertainment complex in the 'Bahor' microdistrict. Upon commissioning, this complex, with a total area of 19 thousand square meters, will become one of the largest and most modern shopping and entertainment centers in the city.
This project includes plans for placing retail outlets that meet global standards, international brand stores, cafes, and other facilities that meet the modern needs of the population.
A presentation was also given on projects for creating new production capacities and constructing modern buildings at the 'Zarafshon oyna' MChZh enterprise. A major investment project is being implemented to create 'Calcined Soda Production' with a total volume of 180 million dollars. Work on land leveling, planning, and excavation, as well as the installation of metal frames for the production workshop, has been completed on the allocated plot of 29 hectares.
Currently, the development of the general plan, engineering and communication networks, and technical and economic justifications for the project continues according to the approved schedule. It is planned that the enterprise will begin operations in December 2028, which will lead to an increase in production volume and the creation of 500 new jobs.
The governor gave relevant instructions and recommendations to managers and entrepreneurs regarding ensuring the quality and timely completion of all projects, as well as creating favorable conditions for investors.
A reception by the regional justice department took place in the village of Yakkachikyr in the Tuproqqal'a district of Khorezm region.
Heads of the regional justice department, representatives of the 'neighborhood council,' and other organizations were present. During the reception, issues such as the adaptation of individuals under preventive registration, working with families in disputes, timely resolution of legal problems, and strengthening cooperation with the 'neighborhood council' in this area were discussed.
More than 30 citizens' appeals were heard during the reception. Ten appeals were resolved on the spot, and legal clarifications were provided for ten appeals. Twenty citizens received legal and state services as part of the outreach reception, and six appeals requiring investigation were accepted for work.
Citizen Ma'murjon Zhumaboyev noted that Yakkachikyr is one of the most remote villages not only in the region but also in the country. He emphasized that traveling to the regional center requires significant time and financial expenditure for the population. The arrival of the head of the justice department in their village reduces costs and facilitates citizens' appeals, as many issues are resolved directly on site.
During the reception, citizens were given direct explanations regarding new adopted laws, benefits, subsidies, and ways to protect their rights.
Kharamon Quronboev, Chairman of the Neighborhoods Society of Uzbekistan and head of the republican working group on studying youth issues, held a meeting with young people in Samarkand, Samarkand region.
The working group conducts research in areas of activity to further improve the system of working with youth in neighborhoods, based on the instructions and tasks given by the head of state during his meeting with the country's youth this year.
During the work of the working group in the Samarkand region, the group leader, Chairman of the Neighborhoods Society of Uzbekistan, K. Quronboev, held a meeting with young people in the city of Samarkand. This meeting took place in an atmosphere of openness and sincerity, during which the problems worrying the youth, as well as their suggestions and initiatives, were heard.
Kharamon Quronboev paid special attention to each problem and gave instructions to responsible persons for its positive resolution, defining the necessary measures. In particular, the youth of the Maroqand neighborhood in the city put forward an initiative to create a modern library in the neighborhood. After the meeting, Kharamon Quronboev visited the neighborhood to inspect the local infrastructure and assess the possibilities of creating a library.
In addition, during the conversation with activists, issues such as filling youth free time with meaningful content, increasing reading culture, effective use of existing opportunities in the neighborhood, and creating modern and comfortable conditions for young people were discussed.
