TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, June 17. Uzbekistan's
economy has entered a phase of new opportunities, President of
Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated at the opening of the 5th
Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), Trend's special
correspondent reports.


"In the current environment, when the global economy and global
capital landscape are changing dramatically, and supply chain
disruptions are intensifying, it's only natural that any investor
would seek to invest primarily in countries where the rights and
freedoms of entrepreneurs are reliably protected, where the economy
is growing rapidly, and where ample opportunities exist. That's why
we are taking systemic measures in Uzbekistan to fundamentally
improve the investment climate," the head of state said.


Mirziyoyev noted that the country's gross domestic product grew
by 6% last year.


"Our economy has attracted $43 billion in investment. The
stability of our national currency has been ensured, and the volume
of international reserves has exceeded $70 billion. Many remember
when we first held this forum. At the first forum, held four years
ago, we set a goal for Uzbekistan's gross domestic product to reach
$100 billion by the end of 2026. And now, thanks to our joint
efforts with investors, our rapidly growing economy is expected to
exceed $180 billion this year," the President of Uzbekistan
added.


Furthermore, Mirziyoyev emphasized that Uzbekistan's
international credit rating is improving every year.







"This year, our country has risen 14 places in the prestigious
Index of Economic Freedom and, for the first time, has taken a
place among countries with a 'moderately free' economy. All of this
is clear evidence that Uzbekistan's economy is entering a new stage
of growth and new opportunities," he said.


The 5th anniversary Tashkent International Investment Forum
kicked off in the capital of Uzbekistan, becoming a crucial
platform for dialogue between investors, government agencies, and
international financial institutions on June 16.


The anniversary forum is designed not only to consolidate
previous achievements but also to expand the geography of its
participants, deepen sector-specific specialization, and enhance
the practical focus of its events. Today, TIIF serves as an
indicator of confidence from international capital and a platform
for integrating Uzbekistan into global value chains.