In the first half of 2026, 338.9 trillion soums were invested in the economy and social sphere of Uzbekistan. This figure exceeds the amount invested during the same period last year by 17.5%.
In the first half of 2026, 338.9 trillion soums were invested in the economy and social sphere of Uzbekistan. This figure exceeds the amount invested during the same period last year by 17.5%.
The largest volume of investment was directed to the industrial, agricultural, and construction sectors. According to data from the National Committee on Statistics, industry became a priority area for investors, accumulating 100.5 trillion soums.
Following in terms of funding volume were agriculture, forestry, and fisheries with an amount of 32.9 trillion soums, as well as construction, which received 32.5 trillion soums. Another 29.9 trillion soums was allocated to the production and distribution of electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning.
Investments in housing construction amounted to 27.3 trillion soums, and 21.8 trillion soums were directed to mining. Significant funds were also allocated to transportation and storage (16.3 trillion soums), wholesale and retail trade, and car and motorcycle repair (13.7 trillion soums).
In the field of water supply, sewerage, waste collection, and processing, 7.4 trillion soums were invested. Education received 7.2 trillion soums, and information and communication received 5.8 trillion soums. 5.6 trillion soums went to services related to accommodation and food.
Professional, scientific, and technical activities, as well as healthcare and social services, received 4.6 trillion soums. Financial and insurance activities attracted 2.4 trillion soums, and 2 trillion soums were allocated to art, entertainment, and recreation. The remaining 24.4 trillion soums were distributed among other areas.
Furthermore, Uzbekistan previously held the first place in the global ranking for venture capital growth rates. Over the past year, the volume of funding attracted by startups increased by an impressive 539.7%, which is the highest indicator among all countries.
A round table was held at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in India dedicated to developing investment and industrial interaction between Uzbekistan and India. The event gathered representatives of major Indian companies.
The Uzbek delegation, led by the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade Laziz Kudratov, included Abdullah Azizov, Director of the Agency for the Development of the Pharmaceutical Industry. The round table was organized jointly with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
The discussion featured Vikramjit Singh Saxena, Chairman of the International Council of CII, as well as leaders and representatives of significant Indian firms operating in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemical industry, banking and finance, and other strategic industries.
Participants reviewed Uzbekistan's investment potential, current reforms in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, and prospects for establishing high-tech production, technology transfer, and implementing joint investment projects.
Following the meeting, representatives of Indian business expressed a desire to increase investment activities in Uzbekistan, establish joint ventures, and strengthen partnerships between the business communities of the two countries.
