From economic growth to societal development: Uzbekistan's priorities in new political cycle
The traditional annual address of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, delivered on New Year's Eve, became an important programmatic statement summarizing the results of the outgoing year and outlining the country’s strategic development priorities for the period ahead. As the head of state emphasized, the past year marked a period of steady progress in reforms and the strengthening of…
In his traditional New Year's Eve address, Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered a significant programmatic statement, summarizing the nation's accomplishments and outlining strategic priorities for the upcoming period. Mirziyoyev highlighted the country's steady progress in reforms and the strengthening of its socio-economic position, despite challenges posed by global economic instability and a complex international landscape.
The announcement of the coming year as the "Year of Mahalla Development and Society as a Whole" gained particular importance, signaling a shift in state policy towards prioritizing people's quality of life and the development of civil society. President Mirziyoyev noted that Uzbekistan's national economy continued to demonstrate confident growth.
By the end of 2025, the country's GDP had reached an impressive $145 billion, marking a historic milestone. Additionally, exports had increased by 23 percent to $33.4 billion, and foreign exchange reserves, along with gold reserves, had also seen notable growth.
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