Uzbekistan Sets Goal to Attract $450 Billion in Foreign Investment Over Five Years
Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has approved seven national programs for 2027–2031, which include attracting $450 billion in foreign investment and increasing GDP to $300 billion.
The economic program also includes creating 2 million high-income jobs in industry. Per capita GDP is planned to reach a level above $10,000.
In the education sector, authorities aim to involve 10 million young people in the digital industry and training for in-demand professions. Another goal is to include at least ten Uzbek universities in the top 1,000 international rankings.
Government spending on healthcare is planned to reach 5% of GDP, and state medical insurance is to cover all households. To develop specialized care, authorities expect to attract at least five foreign clinics.
The environmental section of the program includes implementing water-saving technologies on all irrigated lands and increasing the share of green spaces in district and city centers to 30%. Separate programs cover the judicial system, mahalla development, and foreign policy.
Decree No. UP-242 was signed on November 10 and came into force on November 11, 2026. Along with the target indicators, an action plan for 2027–2031 has been approved.
