In 2026, the first forum of rectors of Uzbekistan and the Czech Republic will be held

In recent years, cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Czech Republic in the fields of higher education, science, and innovation has been enriched with new content and has been steadily developing. Previously formed mainly within the framework of individual projects, grant programs, and short-term initiatives, this relationship has now reached a new stage — a well-thought-out, systematic, and long-term strategic partnership.

Inflation Containment Measures and Food Price Stabilization Strengthened in Uzbekistan

Annual inflation declined to 7.1% in March 2026 for the first time. The authorities have identified the stabilization of prices for essential food products and reducing inflation to no more than 6.5% by year-end as a key priority.

Uzbekistan Allocated 3.6 Trillion Soums to “Challenging” Districts and Mahallas in Q1 2026

In Q1 2026, Uzbekistan continued active efforts to reduce poverty, expand employment, and support entrepreneurship.

Uzbekistan’s Export Performance in Q1 2026

At the end of Q1 2026, the republic’s exports of goods and services demonstrated a steady growth trend.

During the reporting period, exports totaled $5.8 bn, increasing by 26%, or $1.2 bn, compared to the same period last year.

In Uzbekistan, during this challenging period, the state took on the role not just of a regulator, but of an active catalyst for modernization

Akramjon Nematov, First Deputy Director of the Institute for Strategic and Regional Studies under the President of Uzbekistan (ISRS), in an analysis for Dunyo IA on the results of the April 24 meeting chaired by the Head of State, emphasized that the country's socio-economic development results for the first quarter of 2026 confirm: the nation has not only adapted to global turbulence but has also developed a reliable internal immunity to external shocks.

Uzbekistan–Czech Republic: A Strategic Partnership at a New Stage of Development

Uzbekistan and the Czech Republic are entering a new phase in their relationship, building on the strong foundation laid over more than three decades. During this period, Uzbek-Czech ties have evolved from largely ceremonial contacts into a system of substantive engagement spanning political dialogue, trade, investment, and cultural and humanitarian exchange. Today, as Uzbekistan deepens its connections across Europe, the Czech Republic stands out as one of its most prominent partners in Central Europe.

First Quarter Shows Rising Business Activity Across Uzbekistan’s Regions – CERR

A comprehensive monitoring of key business activity indicators across Uzbekistan’s regions points to growth across all major metrics.

Based on operational data from the Tax Committee, Customs Committee, Central Bank, and the Uzbek Republican Commodity Exchange, the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) continues to monitor business activity across the regions of the Republic of Uzbekistan.