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Recently, Uzbekistan has been actively working to liberalize its economy, reform state-owned enterprises, speed up privatization, and foster a supportive environment for investors. The growth of the capital market is playing an increasingly crucial role in these efforts. Last month, a major event took place in the country’s financial sector. For the first time, the National Investment Fund conducted an initial public offering on the London and Tashkent stock exchanges. This once again demonstra…

The Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris TD and Minister of State Robert Troy TD today convened a Consumer Round Table to discuss plans for the introduction of a new Investment Account. The event brought together organisations and stakeholders with a consumer interest and will inform the ongoing development of the Investment Account proposal. Participants shared a wide range of perspectives on the opportunities and challenges associated with investing, including the importance of sim…

Santo Domingo.-President Luis Abinader promulgated this Thursday Law 30-26, on measures for economic growth and mitigation of the international crisis, after being approved in the National Congress. It pursues the promotion of sustainable development, general well-being and the strengthening of the conditions that allow the economic and social growth of the nation. Likewise, it seeks to strengthen the responsible management of public resources and tax compliance based on the principles of equi…

The parties discussed the expansion of investment and financial cooperation between the two countries, the development of capital markets and interaction with the London Stock Exchange, the expansion of Uzbekistan’s presence in international capital markets, the placement of sovereign and corporate securities, and the privatization of state-owned enterprises and IPO processes. The prospects for cooperation in urban planning, regional development, and the development of master plans were also di…

Therevisionof the outlook to Positive creates additional opportunities to enhance the enterprise’s investment attractiveness, expand cooperation with international financial markets, and facilitate the implementation of new projects. This decision reflects an international assessment of the company’s financial stability, strategic importance, strong position in the uranium market, and significant growth potential. The result is regarded as international recognition of the transformation proces…

The meeting was attended by the President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Odile Renaud-Basso, executives of leading international companies, banks, and financial institutions, as well as representatives of leading international organizations and bodies representing investor councils across Central Asia and the Caucasus. Addressing the meeting, the President noted that in recent years the Council under the President has strengthened its role as an important platform for a…

I am pleased to see you at the regularplenary sessionof the Foreign Investors Council. First of all, dear Ms. Renaud-Basso, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of our reforms and for your effective co-chairmanship of the Council. I also extend my sincere respect and appreciation to the leaders of all international organizations and foreign companies participating in today’s session. In recent years, the Council has evolved from a simple advisory mechanism i…

The initiative aims to strengthen the integration of SDGs, climate considerations, and gender priorities into fiscal policy and budgeting. Participants are exploring international best practices and practical tools to align public expenditures with national development objectives. The program is expected to improve the effectiveness and transparency of public financial management in Uzbekistan. The training brings together specialists from the Ministry of Economy and Finance, including represen…

The Industrial Policy Council has issued itsfirst Activity Report, setting out its assessment of Iceland’snew Industrial Policyand itsAction Plan. The Industrial Policy Council operates independently and provides advice in connection with the formulation and implementation of the government’s Industrial Policy. The Council welcomes the Government’s initiative to develop a comprehensive Industrial Policy, noting that it is well justified in light of the current geopolitical environment and the e…

Executives from leading British companies, banks, and financial institutions, including UK Export Finance, Standard Chartered UK, Sturgeon Capital, Endeavour Mining, and British Petroleum, attended the meeting. Issues regarding expanding trade, economic, investment, and financial cooperation were considered. The positive dynamics of bilateral cooperation were emphasized: trade turnover and the number of enterprises with British capital participation are growing. Proposals to develop the Tashk…

During the negotiations, the sides discussed the latest trends in international financial markets, prospects for expanding mutually beneficial cooperation, and issues of strengthening interbank relations. Particular attention was paid to opportunities to participate in international debt capital markets, to attract syndicated loans, and to develop trade finance instruments. Representatives of Standard Chartered highly praised the economic reforms underway in Uzbekistan and the large-scale trans…