Uzbekistan

CAREC at 10 - Connectivity and Trade for Prosperity

The thriving east-west trade that once spanned Central Eurasia along the famed Silk Road may soon be restored to its former glory thanks to growing transport and trade links being rolled out under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program. Read More

ADB-Funded Rail Project to Accelerate Regional Trade

ADB is extending a $100 million loan to upgrade a key railway in Uzbekistan, which will stimulate the local economy and boost trade in Central Asia. Read More

Boosting Trade, Transport and Energy in Central Asia

Senior officials from the 10 member countries of the CAREC Program, met in Baku, Azerbaijan, and moved towards completing a strategic framework that over the next decade will help further develop regional transport networks, boost regional trade, and help secure reliable, efficient energy. Read More

ADB Lays Groundwork for Easier Border Crossing in Central Asia

ADB has approved a technical assistance grant for a feasibility study for the upgrading and modernization of border crossing points in Central Asia. Read More

Overview

Since joining ADB in 1995, Uzbekistan has received 35 loans totaling $1.95 billion and $43.2 million in grant technical assistance. In 2010, ADB provided assistance totaling $656 million in support of priority infrastructure development in the energy, transport and water supply sectors and small and medium-sized enterprises. Uzbekistan is ADB's largest client in the region by the number of loans and the 14th largest borrower. Overall, Uzbekistan is the 15th largest shareholder among ADB's regional members.