TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 5. Uzbekistan has
introduced a set of measures aimed at streamlining tax and
regulatory procedures for businesses operating in the trade,
catering, and services sectors, Trend reports via the press service of the Uzbek
President.
The proposals were examined during a meeting chaired by
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, focused on enhancing the efficiency
of the business environment and promoting economic activity.
Key initiatives include simplifying the process for partial
value-added tax (VAT) refunds for catering enterprises, as well as
easing requirements related to environmental assessments and
compensation payments for selected trade, catering, and service
facilities.
Furthermore, the proposals seek to clarify certain labor-related
procedures between employers and employees, with the objective of
improving regulatory transparency and reducing administrative
burdens for businesses.
