Uzbekistan’s Global Trade Footprint Reaches 194 Countries

Uzbekistan has strengthened its global trade presence, maintaining active economic relations with 194 countries around the world.

According to the National Statistics Committee, the country’s foreign trade turnover reached $37 billion in the first six months of 2025 - a notable increase of $7.7 billion, or 26.3 per cent, compared to the same period last year, The Caspian Post reports per Kazakh media.

The surge in trade was driven largely by Uzbekistan’s leading partners, including China ($6.56 billion), Russia ($6.03 billion), Kazakhstan ($2.21 billion), Türkiye ($1.34 billion), and the Republic of Korea ($837.1 million).

Of the total trade volume, exports accounted for $16.9 billion, while imports stood at $20.1 billion.

The government continues pursuing economic diversification and export growth. As part of these efforts, a special industrial zone is expected to be established in the Samarkand region, aimed at boosting production capacity and attracting foreign investment.